How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM293 - Error Calculating BOD (Order &1, Item &2, Prod. Number &3, Loc. No. &4)

/SAPAPO/PDEM293 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Error Calculating BOD (Order &1, Item &2, Prod. Number &3, Loc. No. &4)

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/SAPAPO/PDEM293 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM293 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue calculating the Backorder Demand (BOD) for a specific order and item. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or missing master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Master Data: The error may occur if the relevant master data (like product master, location master, or order master) is incomplete or inconsistent.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in APO related to demand planning or supply network planning may not be set up correctly.
  Data Locking Issues: If the data is being accessed or modified by another process, it may lead to temporary locking issues.
  Invalid or Missing Key Figures: The key figures required for the calculation of BOD may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be correctly set up or may not contain the