How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM837 - Start of Raw Demand data deletion

/SAPAPO/PDEM837 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 837

• Message text: Start of Raw Demand data deletion

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/SAPAPO/PDEM837 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM837 typically relates to issues encountered during the deletion of raw demand data in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause
  The error message /SAPAPO/PDEM837 indicates that there is a problem with the deletion process of raw demand data. Common causes include:
  
  Data Locking: The data you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues in the demand data that prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues in the system, such as database constraints or configuration problems.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the demand data.