How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM120 - Error when checking and preparing (close) realtime data load (CRT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Error when checking and preparing (close) realtime data load (CRT)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM120 - Error when checking and preparing (close) realtime data load (CRT) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM120 typically occurs in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly during the process of checking and preparing real-time data loads (CRT). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving it.
  Causes of Error /SAPAPO/PDEM120
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the source system that is being loaded into APO. This can include missing key figures, incorrect data formats, or incomplete records.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the data load process may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the data source, transformation rules, or the data target.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the data load may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or perform the load operation.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or failures during the data load process.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as network problems, database locks, or other system errors that prevent the data load from completing successfully.
  
  
  Solutions to Error /SAPAPO/PDEM120
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify the source data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types match the expected formats.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the data source and ensure that the data is being extracted correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the data source and the transformation rules in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Ensure that the settings for the real-time data load are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the data load has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check system performance metrics to see if there are any bottlenecks. Use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs and see if there are any long-running jobs that might be affecting performance.
  If necessary, schedule the data load during off-peak hours to avoid performance issues.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team to check for any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often contain patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO and real-time data loading processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or other forums where SAP professionals discuss similar issues. You may find others who have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the /SAPAPO/PDEM120 error and implement an appropriate solution.