How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR403 - External procurement not found in database or in the tables

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: External procurement not found in database or in the tables

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR403 - External procurement not found in database or in the tables ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR403 External procurement not found in the database or in the tables typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find the relevant external procurement data for a specific product or location. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The external procurement data for the product/location combination may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for external procurement may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The product master data or location master data may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be activated.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with data transfer from the ERP system to the APO system, leading to missing procurement data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the external procurement data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the product and location master data are correctly maintained in the system. Ensure that the external procurement data exists for the relevant product and location.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for external procurement in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Activate Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version you are using is activated and contains the necessary data for external procurement.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any discrepancies in the data.
  Data Transfer Monitoring: If the data is supposed to be transferred from the ERP system, check the data transfer logs to ensure that the data has been successfully transferred.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the external procurement data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (to check external procurement) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (to check the planning version) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO regarding external procurement and planning processes for more detailed information.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.