How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET021 - Specify either the lower or upper values (or both)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Specify either the lower or upper values (or both)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET021 - Specify either the lower or upper values (or both) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET021 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to define or modify an output determination profile, and you have not specified the required lower or upper values for a certain parameter.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects you to provide either a lower limit, an upper limit, or both for a specific parameter in the output determination settings. The absence of these values leads to the error, as the system cannot process the request without this critical information.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Output Determination Profile:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you are configuring the output determination (e.g., /SAPAPO/OUTLDET).
  
  
  
  Check the Parameters:
  
  Look for the section where you need to specify the lower and upper values. This could be in a section related to planning, forecasting, or any other relevant area depending on your configuration.
  
  
  
  Specify Values:
  
  Enter the required lower and/or upper values as needed. Ensure that the values you provide are appropriate for the context of your configuration.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary values, save your changes and try to execute the process again.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Test the output determination to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP APO for detailed information on output determination profiles and the parameters involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the error persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues at play.