How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM860 - Order date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Order date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM860 - Order date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM860 Order date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file typically occurs when you are trying to upload or process data in SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) using an Excel file, and one or more lines in the file are missing the required order date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The Excel file you are trying to upload does not have an order date specified for one or more lines. This is a mandatory field for processing orders in SAP APO.
  Incorrect Formatting: The order date might be present but not in the correct format that SAP expects.
  File Corruption: The Excel file might be corrupted or not properly formatted, leading to data not being read correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Excel File:
  
  Open the Excel file and locate the line indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Ensure that the order date is filled in for that line. If it is missing, enter the appropriate date.
  Verify that the date is in the correct format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD or DD/MM/YYYY, depending on your system settings).
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the Excel file are filled out correctly, not just the order date.
  Check for any other mandatory fields that might be missing data.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the File:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the Excel file and attempt to upload it again.
  
  
  
  Use Data Validation:
  
  If you frequently encounter this issue, consider implementing data validation rules in Excel to ensure that all required fields are filled out before uploading.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or user guides for the specific transaction or process you are using to ensure you understand all required fields.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to upload data in SAP APO.
  System Settings: Sometimes, system settings or configurations can affect how data is processed. Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if you suspect this might be the case.
  Training: If you are new to using SAP APO, consider seeking training or guidance on how to properly format and upload data files.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your data into SAP APO.