How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM079 - Error when reading location master data for location (&1) using MDL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Error when reading location master data for location (&1) using MDL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM079 - Error when reading location master data for location (&1) using MDL ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM079 indicates that there is an issue when reading location master data for a specific location using the Master Data Load (MDL) process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises due to missing or inconsistent data in the location master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Master Data: The location specified in the error message (&1) may not exist in the system or may not have been created properly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the location, such as missing required fields or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the MDL process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location master data.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), there may be issues with the data transfer process that lead to incomplete or incorrect data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Location Existence: Verify that the location (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the location master data in the SAP GUI.
  Review Master Data: Check the location master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is in the correct format.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and read the location master data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  Re-run the MDL Process: After addressing any issues found, re-run the MDL process to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MDM to manage master data or /SAPAPO/LOC to view location master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for more details on managing location master data and the MDL process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.