How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM308 - Sched. Line &3 Item &2 Order &1 Removed Because of Missing Order Quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Sched. Line &3 Item &2 Order &1 Removed Because of Missing Order Quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM308 - Sched. Line &3 Item &2 Order &1 Removed Because of Missing Order Quantity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM308 indicates that a scheduling line for a specific item in an order has been removed due to a missing order quantity. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with demand planning or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Order Quantity: The primary cause of this error is that the order quantity for the specified order is either zero or not defined. This can happen if:
  
  The order was created without specifying a quantity.
  The order quantity was reduced to zero due to changes in demand or supply.
  The order was deleted or not properly saved.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the system not recognizing the order quantity.
  
  
  Planning Parameters: Incorrect planning parameters or settings in the APO system can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Quantity: Verify the order in question (Order &1) to ensure that it has a valid quantity. If the quantity is missing or zero, update the order with the correct quantity.
  
  
  Review Scheduling Lines: Check the scheduling lines for the item (Item &2) to ensure they are correctly defined and linked to the order.
  
  
  Recreate the Order: If the order is found to be corrupted or incorrectly set up, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct details.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data (material master, BOM, routing, etc.) is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies that could affect the order quantity.
  
  
  Review Planning Settings: Check the planning settings in the APO system to ensure they are configured correctly. This includes checking the planning version, planning area, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  Consult Logs and Documentation: Review any logs or documentation related to the order creation process to identify any issues that may have occurred during that time.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for order management) to analyze the situation further.
  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 trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.