How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE140 - Error when saving products

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Error when saving products

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE140 - Error when saving products ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE140 typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when there are issues related to product master data or planning data. This error can arise during the saving process of product data in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields in the product master data may be missing or not filled out correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate business rules or constraints defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the product data.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or user exits in place, they may be causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SAPAPO/PE140 error, you can take the following steps:
  
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