How To Fix /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_PRIO020 - No ascending mode priorities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_PRIO -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No ascending mode priorities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_PRIO020 - No ascending mode priorities ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_PRIO020 indicates that there are no ascending mode priorities defined for the planning process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises in the context of production planning and scheduling when the system is unable to determine a valid sequence of operations due to the absence of defined priorities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mode Priorities: The primary cause of this error is that the mode priorities for the relevant planning object (like a production order or a planned order) have not been defined or are not set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning modes or the way they are assigned to the resources.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the production resources or modes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Mode Priorities:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC90 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to define the mode priorities for the relevant resources.
  Ensure that the modes are assigned with ascending priorities. This means that lower numerical values should represent higher priorities.
  
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the resources in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary modes are defined and that they have been assigned correctly to the resources.
  Check the mode profiles and ensure that they are correctly linked to the resources.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the production resources and ensure that all relevant modes and their priorities are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the production versions and their associated modes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test planning run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring mode priorities in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/OPT_DPS_PRIO020 error and ensure that your planning processes can proceed without issues.