How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR249 - A model, start location, or destination location was not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: A model, start location, or destination location was not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR249 - A model, start location, or destination location was not specified ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR249 indicates that a model, start location, or destination location was not specified in the context of a transportation or planning process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when trying to execute a transaction or process that requires specific parameters to be defined, but one or more of those parameters are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The most common cause of this error is that the required fields for the model, start location, or destination location have not been filled in the transaction or planning run.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation lanes or models in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data in the master data (like location, model, etc.) may not be correctly maintained or may be inconsistent.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering necessary information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields (model, start location, destination location) are filled in correctly before executing the transaction.
  Review Master Data: Verify that the master data for the locations and models is correctly maintained in the system. This includes checking the following:
  
  Locations are defined and active.
  Models are correctly set up and linked to the relevant locations.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP APO system to ensure that transportation lanes and models are properly defined.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or error logs for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that relate to transportation planning and optimization.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the necessary steps to input data correctly in the system to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.