How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR194 - Approval Rule &1 Was Violated by Planned Order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR -

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Approval Rule &1 Was Violated by Planned Order &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR194 - Approval Rule &1 Was Violated by Planned Order &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR194 Approval Rule &1 Was Violated by Planned Order &2 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planned order does not meet the criteria set by an approval rule. This can happen during the planning process when the system checks planned orders against predefined rules for approval.
  Cause:
  
  Approval Rule Violation: The planned order violates one or more conditions defined in the approval rule (e.g., quantity limits, date constraints, or other business logic).
  Configuration Issues: The approval rules may not be correctly configured or may not align with the current planning parameters.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data (e.g., material master, production version) that affect the approval process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Approval Rules: Check the configuration of the approval rules in the system. Ensure that the rules are set up correctly and that they align with the business requirements.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP APO to review the approval rules.
  
  
  
  Analyze Planned Order: Examine the specific planned order mentioned in the error message. Look for any attributes or parameters that may be causing the violation.
  
  Check the order quantity, dates, and any other relevant fields against the approval rule criteria.
  
  
  
  Adjust Parameters: If necessary, adjust the parameters of the planned order to ensure compliance with the approval rules.
  
  This may involve changing the order quantity, adjusting the scheduling, or modifying other relevant details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on approval rules and their configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the planning process again to ensure that the planned order now complies with the approval rules.
  
  
  Engage Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or additional configuration checks.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/PDRP for planning-related activities.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for materials, production versions, and other relevant entities is accurate and up-to-date.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the approval process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.