How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM102 - Location &1, product &2 combinatiion does not exist in APO master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Location &1, product &2 combinatiion does not exist in APO master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM102 - Location &1, product &2 combinatiion does not exist in APO master data ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM102 indicates that a specific combination of location and product does not exist in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) master data. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is trying to access or process data related to a product at a specific location, but the necessary master data is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the combination of the specified location and product has not been created in the APO master data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between the SAP ERP system and the APO system, leading to missing or outdated master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in APO may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to recognize the location-product combination.
  Data Deletion: The master data for the specified combination may have been deleted or archived.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the location and product combination exists in the APO master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction in APO (e.g., Product Master, Location Master).
  Create Missing Data: If the combination does not exist, you will need to create the necessary master data. This can be done through the following transactions:
  
  Product Master: Use transaction /SAPAPO/MAT1 to create or maintain the product master data.
  Location Master: Use transaction /SAPAPO/LOC1 to create or maintain the location master data.
  
  
  Data Synchronization: Ensure that the data is synchronized between the SAP ERP and APO systems. You may need to run the relevant data transfer programs or check the settings in the CIF (Core Interface).
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in APO to ensure that they are set up correctly for the location and product.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining master data in APO, such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master and /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master.
  CIF Monitoring: Use transaction /SAPAPO/CIF to monitor the CIF interface and ensure that data is being transferred correctly between systems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on maintaining master data in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary master data is in place for the specified location and product combination.