How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM863 - Facing location for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Facing location 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/PDEM863 - Facing location for line &1 is not entered in the Excel file ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM863 indicates that there is an issue with the location data in the Excel file being used for a process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, it suggests that the system is expecting a location for a particular line item, but it is not provided in the Excel file.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Data: The most common cause of this error is that the Excel file does not contain the required location information for the specified line item. This could be due to a formatting error, oversight during data entry, or an incomplete data extraction process.
  Incorrect Mapping: If the Excel file is not correctly mapped to the expected fields in SAP, it may lead to missing data.
  Data Validation Rules: There may be specific validation rules in place that require certain fields to be populated before the data can be processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Excel File: Open the Excel file and verify that the location for the specified line item (indicated by &1 in the error message) is indeed missing. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Correct the Data: If the location is missing, enter the appropriate location data for that line item. Make sure that the format matches what SAP expects (e.g., correct location codes).
  Review Mapping: If you are using a template or a specific format for the Excel file, ensure that it is correctly mapped to the fields in SAP. Check for any discrepancies in column headers or data types.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data adheres to any validation rules set in SAP. This may involve checking for valid location codes or ensuring that all mandatory fields are filled.
  Re-upload the File: After making the necessary corrections, save the Excel file and attempt to re-upload it to SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for guidelines on data uploads and the required fields for specific processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may help in troubleshooting data uploads (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book).
  Error Logs: Check SAP error logs for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your data in SAP APO.