How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR141 - Purchase order &1 has more than one schedule line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Purchase order &1 has more than one schedule line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR141 - Purchase order &1 has more than one schedule line ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR141 indicates that a purchase order (PO) has more than one schedule line, which is causing an issue in the system, particularly in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Demand Planning (DP) processes.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  A purchase order is created with multiple schedule lines, which may not be compatible with the planning or procurement process being executed.
  The system expects a single schedule line for processing in a specific context (e.g., during a planning run or when trying to convert a planned order to a purchase order).
  There may be configuration settings or business rules that dictate how purchase orders should be structured, and the presence of multiple schedule lines violates these rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Purchase Order:
  
  Check the purchase order in question to see how many schedule lines it has and what the details of each line are.
  If the business process allows, you may need to consolidate the schedule lines into a single line.
  
  
  
  Modify the Purchase Order:
  
  If appropriate, you can modify the purchase order to have only one schedule line. This may involve deleting or merging schedule lines.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SAP APO or the relevant module to ensure that they align with your business processes. This may involve checking the settings for purchase order processing and schedule line handling.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling purchase orders with multiple schedule lines in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the purchase order.
  APO Settings: Familiarize yourself with the settings in the APO module that pertain to procurement and purchase order processing.
  Business Processes: Ensure that your business processes are well-documented and that all stakeholders are aware of how purchase orders should be structured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.