How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS035 - Pattern chain object or assignment does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Pattern chain object or assignment does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS035 - Pattern chain object or assignment does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS035 indicates that there is an issue with a pattern chain object or its assignment in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified pattern chain or when the assignment of the pattern chain to a planning object is missing or incorrect.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Pattern Chain Object: The specified pattern chain object does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The pattern chain is not correctly assigned to the relevant planning object (e.g., product, location).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the pattern chain.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the pattern chain object.
  Transport Issues: If the pattern chain was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Pattern Chain Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/OM and check if the pattern chain object exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the pattern chain is correctly assigned to the relevant planning object. You can check this in the configuration settings for the planning area or product.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product or location to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the pattern chain object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the pattern chain was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM for managing pattern chains and /SAPAPO/MC for checking master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.