How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE056 - No locations exist for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No locations exist for selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE056 - No locations exist for selection ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE056 No locations exist for selection typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to execute a planning function or transaction that requires location data, but no valid locations are found based on the selection criteria provided.
  Cause:
  
  No Locations Defined: There may be no locations defined in the system for the specific planning area or selection criteria being used.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning function may be too restrictive, leading to no matching locations.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data, such as missing or inactive locations in the location master data.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be properly configured to include the relevant locations.
  Data Activation: The data for the locations may not have been activated or may not be available in the planning book.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Location Master Data: Verify that the locations are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the location master data in SAP APO and ensuring that the relevant locations exist and are active.
  Review Selection Criteria: Reassess the selection criteria used in the planning function. Ensure that the criteria are broad enough to include the desired locations.
  Validate Planning Area Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area to ensure that it includes the necessary locations. You can do this in the SAP APO configuration settings.
  Data Activation: Ensure that the data for the locations has been activated. You may need to run the data activation process if it has not been done.
  Check for Filters: If you are using filters in your planning book, ensure that they are not excluding the locations you expect to see.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC1 to view location master data or /SAPAPO/SDP94 to check the planning book settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.