How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM813 - &1 entries from block &2 can be deleted from database table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 813

• Message text: &1 entries from block &2 can be deleted from database table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM813 - &1 entries from block &2 can be deleted from database table ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM813 typically indicates that there are entries in the database table that can be deleted, often due to data inconsistencies or because the entries are no longer needed for planning or execution processes in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The entries may be inconsistent with the current state of the system or may not have corresponding entries in other related tables.
  Obsolete Data: The entries might be outdated or no longer relevant to the current planning scenario.
  System Cleanup: The system may be performing a cleanup operation, identifying entries that are no longer necessary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Deletion: If the entries are confirmed to be obsolete, you can delete them manually or through a batch job. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to manage the database tables.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to ensure that the remaining data is valid and that there are no further inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM (for transport management) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for checking the consistency of the master data).
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes or documentation related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may be available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about deleting the entries, it may be prudent to contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for data management in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or recommendations.
  Backup Data: Before performing any deletions, ensure that you have a backup of the data in case it is needed for future reference or if the deletion causes issues.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and clean up obsolete data in your SAP system to prevent such errors from occurring.
  Implement a data governance strategy to manage data lifecycle and ensure data consistency.
  Document any changes made to the database for future reference and auditing purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message /SAPAPO/PDEM813 effectively.