How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM162 - No trigger for TPOP decision (Service:&1 Trigger: &2)

/SAPAPO/PDEM162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: No trigger for TPOP decision (Service:&1 Trigger: &2)

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/SAPAPO/PDEM162 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM162 No trigger for TPOP decision (Service:&1 Trigger: &2) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly in the Demand Planning (DP) or Supply Network Planning (SNP) modules. This error indicates that there is no valid trigger for the TPOP (Transportation Planning Optimization Process) decision, which is necessary for the planning process to proceed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise if the configuration for the TPOP decision is incomplete or not set up correctly. This includes missing settings in the planning book or the planning area.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect master data (e.g., materials, locations, or transportation lanes).
  Trigger Conditions Not Met: The specific conditions required to trigger the TPOP decision may not be met. This could be due to the absence of relevant planning data or parameters.
  Service and Trigger Mismatch: The