How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP187 - RoB: Costs of late demand coverage = proc. costs: &1 periods (&2 &3)

/SAPAPO/PDRP187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: RoB: Costs of late demand coverage = proc. costs: &1 periods (&2 &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP187 - RoB: Costs of late demand coverage = proc. costs: &1 periods (&2 &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP187 is related to the Demand Planning and Supply Network Planning functionalities within SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This specific error indicates that there are costs associated with late demand coverage that are equal to the processing costs for a specified number of periods. 
  
  Cause:
  
  Late Demand Coverage: The error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the demand and supply planning, leading to costs incurred due to late fulfillment of demand.
  
  Configuration Issues: It may also be caused by incorrect configuration settings in the planning book or the planning area.
  Data Issues: Inaccurate or incomplete data in the demand planning process can lead to this error. This includes issues with forecast data, historical data, or master data.
  Planning Parameters: The parameters set for planning, such as lead times, safety stock levels, or reorder points, may not be aligned with the actual demand patterns.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Demand and Supply Plans: