How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM281 - Item GUID for Order &1 Item &2 Sched. Line &3 Not Found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Item GUID for Order &1 Item &2 Sched. Line &3 Not Found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM281 - Item GUID for Order &1 Item &2 Sched. Line &3 Not Found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM281 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified item GUID for a particular order and schedule line in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in the context of demand planning or supply network planning when the system is trying to access or manipulate data related to a specific order item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The item GUID may not exist in the database, possibly due to data not being transferred correctly from the ERP system to APO.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent it from recognizing the item.
  Data Deletion: The item or order may have been deleted or archived, leading to the GUID no longer being available.
  Synchronization Issues: There could be synchronization problems between the ERP and APO systems, causing discrepancies in the data.
  Incorrect Order or Schedule Line: The order number, item number, or schedule line number provided in the error message may be incorrect or not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify that the order and item exist in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables in the database (e.g., EKKO, EKPO for purchase orders).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings in APO are correct and that the necessary integration settings between ERP and APO are properly set up.
  Data Transfer: If the data is missing, check the data transfer process from ERP to APO. You may need to re-run the data transfer or check for any errors in the data transfer logs.
  Check for Deletions: Investigate if the order or item has been deleted or archived. If so, you may need to restore it or adjust your planning accordingly.
  Validate Input Parameters: Ensure that the order number, item number, and schedule line number being used in the transaction are correct and correspond to existing records.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for order management) to analyze the data related to the order and item.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for APO to understand the data model and how item GUIDs are generated and used.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.