How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM838 - End of Raw Demand data deletion

/SAPAPO/PDEM838 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 838

• Message text: End of Raw Demand data deletion

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/SAPAPO/PDEM838 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM838 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of raw demand data in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error can occur during processes that involve the deletion of demand data, such as during planning runs or data maintenance activities.
  
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/PDEM838 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues in the demand data that prevent it from being deleted.
  Locking Issues: The data might be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion operation from completing.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to problems with data deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the data may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SAPAPO/PDEM838 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the demand data for any inconsistencies or errors. You may