How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM832 - Selection key with empty product field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 832

• Message text: Selection key with empty product field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM832 - Selection key with empty product field ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM832 Selection key with empty product field typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the selection key used in a planning function or process. This error indicates that the selection key is not properly defined because the product field is empty.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Assignment: The selection key may not have a valid product assigned to it, which is necessary for the planning function to execute correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning function or the selection key may be incorrect, leading to an empty product field.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the master data or transaction data that result in the product field being empty.
  User Input Error: If the selection key is being manually entered or modified, it may have been incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the selection key in the relevant planning function and ensure that the product field is correctly defined and populated.
  Verify that the selection key is set up to include the necessary product information.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the products involved in the planning process are correctly defined in the system. Check for any missing or incomplete product master data.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 to check the product master data.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Function:
  
  If you are using a custom planning function, review the logic to ensure that it correctly handles the selection key and that it does not allow for empty product fields.
  
  
  
  Check User Input:
  
  If the selection key is being entered manually, ensure that users are trained to input the correct values and that they are aware of the required fields.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the planning function to identify where the empty product field is being generated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning function or selection key for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master data and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.