How To Fix /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_EXP361 - Keep deallocation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_EXP -

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Keep deallocation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_EXP361 - Keep deallocation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_EXP361 typically relates to issues in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly in the context of demand planning or supply network planning. The message "Keep deallocation" suggests that there is a problem with the deallocation of resources or stock in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Constraints: The system may be unable to deallocate resources due to constraints in the planning process, such as insufficient capacity or conflicting demand.
  Planning Parameters: Incorrect or suboptimal planning parameters may lead to issues in how allocations and deallocations are handled.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in master data, such as product master, location master, or resource master data.
  Locking Issues: If another process is locking the resources or stock, it may prevent deallocation from occurring.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to problems with the deallocation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Resource Availability: Ensure that the resources are available and not over-allocated. Review the capacity planning settings and adjust as necessary.
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters and settings in the APO system to ensure they are correctly configured for your business needs.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data to ensure there are no discrepancies. This includes checking product, location, and resource master data.
  Monitor Locking Issues: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the resources or stock that may be causing the issue. Resolve any locks that are not needed.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure they align with best practices and your specific business requirements.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning, /SAPAPO/SC for supply chain planning, and /SAPAPO/OPT for optimization.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and help guides for detailed explanations of planning processes and error handling in APO.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.