How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR188 - Purchase requisition &1 has more than one schedule line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR -

• Message number: 188

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR188 - Purchase requisition &1 has more than one schedule line ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR188 indicates that a purchase requisition (PR) has more than one schedule line, which is causing issues in the planning or processing of that requisition in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system expects a single schedule line for a purchase requisition but finds multiple entries instead.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Schedule Lines: The primary cause of this error is that the purchase requisition has been created with multiple schedule lines, which can happen due to various reasons such as:
  
  Different delivery dates for the same material.
  Different quantities for the same material.
  Manual entry errors during the creation of the purchase requisition.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow for multiple schedule lines to be processed together.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not being able to handle multiple schedule lines correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Purchase Requisition: Check the purchase requisition in question to see how many schedule lines it has and what the details are for each line. You can do this by navigating to the purchase requisition in the SAP GUI and reviewing the schedule lines.
  
  
  Consolidate Schedule Lines: If possible, consolidate the schedule lines into a single line. This may involve adjusting quantities or delivery dates to ensure that only one schedule line exists for the requisition.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the business process allows for multiple schedule lines, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the system to accommodate this. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  Create Separate Purchase Requisitions: If the schedule lines cannot be consolidated, consider creating separate purchase requisitions for each schedule line. This will allow the system to process each requisition independently.
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity: Ensure that there are no data integrity issues in the system that could be causing this error. This may involve running consistency checks or data validation processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the purchase requisition.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for APO and purchase requisition processing to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.