How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM862 - Ship 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: 862

• Message text: Ship 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/PDEM862 - Ship date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM862 Ship date for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to upload or process data from an Excel file, and a required field (in this case, the ship date) is missing for a specific line item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the Excel file you are trying to upload does not have a ship date entered for the specified line item. This is a mandatory field for processing the data correctly.
  Incorrect Formatting: The ship date might be present but not in the correct format that SAP expects. For example, if the date is formatted as text or in a non-standard date format, SAP may not recognize it.
  File Corruption: Sometimes, the Excel file may be corrupted or not properly structured, leading to issues during the upload process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Excel File: Open the Excel file and navigate to the line item indicated by the error message (line &1). Ensure that there is a valid ship date entered in the appropriate column.
  Correct Date Format: Make sure that the ship date is in the correct format. SAP typically expects dates in the format YYYY-MM-DD or as per the date format settings in your SAP system.
  Fill in Missing Data: If the ship date is missing, enter the appropriate date for that line item.
  Validate Data: Before uploading, validate the entire Excel file to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no formatting issues.
  Re-upload the File: After making the necessary corrections, save the Excel file and attempt to upload it again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the APO module for more details on required fields and data formats.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may help in troubleshooting data uploads, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are frequently encountering this issue, consider checking if there are any user exits or BAdIs that can be implemented to handle data validation more effectively during the upload process.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.