How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM137 - Error when determining current BOD (product &1; date &2), see below

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Error when determining current BOD (product &1; date &2), see below

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM137 - Error when determining current BOD (product &1; date &2), see below ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM137 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to determine the current Balance of Demand (BOD) for a specific product on a given date. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The product may not have the necessary master data set up in the system, such as product location, planning area, or other relevant attributes.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may not be correctly defined, leading to issues in demand calculation.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect demand or supply data.
  Time Period Issues: The date specified may fall outside the planning horizon or may not have any relevant data available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the calculation of BOD.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the product has all the necessary master data set up correctly. This includes checking the product's location, planning area, and any other relevant attributes.
  Review Planning Parameters: Verify that the planning parameters for the product are correctly defined and aligned with the business requirements.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the demand and supply data to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Adjust Time Period: Make sure that the date specified in the error message is within the planning horizon and that there is relevant data for that date.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the product and planning area.
  Run Planning Jobs: If applicable, run the relevant planning jobs to ensure that the system has the latest data for demand and supply.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for checking master data) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration and data requirements for BOD calculations.
  
  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.