How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP167 - Error when determining DRP extraction time stamp (see log)

/SAPAPO/PDRP167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Error when determining DRP extraction time stamp (see log)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP167 - Error when determining DRP extraction time stamp (see log) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP167 typically occurs in the context of Demand Planning and Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with determining the extraction timestamp for DRP data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the DRP process may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in determining the extraction timestamp.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that the DRP process relies on.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the DRP process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may affect the ability to determine the extraction timestamp.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in