How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV013 - Error when reading bill of distribution (BOD) &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error when reading bill of distribution (BOD) &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV013 - Error when reading bill of distribution (BOD) &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV013 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to reading the Bill of Distribution (BOD). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The BOD data might be inconsistent or corrupted, which can prevent the system from reading it correctly.
  Missing Data: Required data elements or structures may be missing or not properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOD data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the APO system that affect how BODs are processed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP95 to check the consistency of the BOD data. If inconsistencies are found, they need to be corrected.
  Verify Data Availability: Ensure that all necessary data for the BOD is available and correctly maintained in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the BOD data.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system related to BODs. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Check Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  System Performance: If the error is related to performance, consider checking the system's performance metrics and optimizing database queries or system resources.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for BOD maintenance) and /SAPAPO/SDP95 (for BOD analysis).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO and BOD for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation or to contact SAP support for assistance.