How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE170 - Error occurred during DP postprocessing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Error occurred during DP postprocessing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE170 - Error occurred during DP postprocessing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE170 typically occurs during the post-processing phase of Demand Planning (DP) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with data consistency, configuration problems, or issues related to the upgrade process.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the planning books or data views.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the planning area or planning book configuration can lead to errors during post-processing.
  Upgrade Issues: If the error occurs after an upgrade, it may be due to changes in data structures or processes that were not properly handled during the upgrade.
  Locking Issues: If another process is locking the data that is being accessed, it can lead to this error.
  Missing Authorizations: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the process can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: 
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP to check for inconsistencies in the planning books or data views.
  Run consistency checks to identify and correct any data issues.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the planning area and planning books to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check for any recent changes in configuration that might have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Upgrade Review:
  
  If the error occurred after an upgrade, review the upgrade documentation to ensure all necessary steps were followed.
  Check for any notes or patches released by SAP that address issues related to the upgrade.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables or data.
  If locks are found, coordinate with the relevant users to release them.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required in the DP post-processing.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP, SM12, SLG1, and others that can help in diagnosing and resolving the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE170 error and implement a suitable solution.