How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM185 - Error when generating DataSource &1 (see application log)

/SAPAPO/PDEM185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Error when generating DataSource &1 (see application log)

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/SAPAPO/PDEM185 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM185 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with generating a DataSource. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Source 
  Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be configured correctly in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the DataSource definition.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to generate the DataSource may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data model that the DataSource is trying to access.
  Application Log Errors: The application log may contain specific error messages that provide more context about what went wrong during the DataSource generation process.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, database connectivity issues, or other system-related errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Application Log: