How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP166 - BI simulation: Substitution of remanufactured products ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: BI simulation: Substitution of remanufactured products ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP166 - BI simulation: Substitution of remanufactured products ignored ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP166 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with the planning and simulation of remanufactured products. This error indicates that the system is ignoring the substitution of remanufactured products during the BI (Business Intelligence) simulation process.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings for remanufactured products or the substitution process may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data related to the remanufactured products in the master data or transaction data.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the simulation might not allow for substitutions, or the relevant flags/settings may not be activated.
  Product Type: The product type being used may not support substitution in the context of remanufactured products.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for remanufactured products in the APO system. Ensure that the substitution process is properly set up.
  Verify that the relevant settings for product substitution are activated in the planning book or in the configuration of the planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data for the remanufactured products is complete and accurate. This includes checking the product master, location master, and any other related data.
  Check if the remanufactured products are correctly defined in the system and that they have the necessary attributes for substitution.
  
  
  
  Examine Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters used in the BI simulation. Ensure that the parameters allow for substitutions and that they are set correctly.
  Check if there are any specific flags or settings that need to be enabled for remanufactured products to be considered in the substitution process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the substitution of remanufactured products is now being considered in the BI simulation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to ensure that the substitution of remanufactured products is correctly processed in your BI simulations.