How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM138 - Step not generated due to new BOD assignment for product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Step not generated due to new BOD assignment for product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM138 - Step not generated due to new BOD assignment for product &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM138 indicates that a step in the process could not be generated due to a new Business Object Document (BOD) assignment for a specific product. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are changes in the product's master data or its assignment to a planning object.
  Cause:
  
  New BOD Assignment: The error suggests that there has been a change in the BOD assignment for the product, which may not be compatible with the existing planning process.
  Master Data Changes: Changes in the product master data, such as changes in the product hierarchy, location, or other attributes, can lead to this error.
  Planning Object Structure: If the planning object structure has been modified, it may affect how products are assigned and processed in the planning run.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from generating the necessary steps for the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOD Assignment: Review the BOD assignment for the product in question. Ensure that it is correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  Review Master Data: Check the product master data for any recent changes. Ensure that all necessary attributes are correctly maintained.
  Reassign Planning Objects: If the planning object structure has changed, you may need to reassign the product to the appropriate planning objects.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Reprocess Planning Run: After making the necessary adjustments, try to reprocess the planning run to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for master data) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.