How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE174 - No location product trigger (&1 - &2) exists for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: No location product trigger (&1 - &2) exists for selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE174 - No location product trigger (&1 - &2) exists for selection ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE174 No location product trigger (&1 - &2) exists for selection typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with planning or forecasting functions. This error indicates that the system could not find a location product trigger for the specified location and product combination.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Location Product Trigger: The most common cause of this error is that there is no location product trigger defined for the specified product and location in the system. A location product trigger is necessary for the system to understand how to plan or forecast for that specific product at that location.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning run may not match any existing location product triggers. This could be due to typos, incorrect parameters, or filters applied during the planning process.
  
  
  Data Not Maintained: The necessary master data for the product or location may not be maintained in the system. This includes missing entries in the product master or location master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Product Triggers: 
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/LOCPROD to check if the location product trigger exists for the specified product and location. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Location Product Trigger:
  
  If the trigger is missing, you can create it by entering the relevant product and location details. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the product and location master data are correctly maintained. Check for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Double-check the selection criteria used in your planning run. Make sure that they accurately reflect the product and location you are trying to plan for.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing location product triggers and related master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOCPROD for managing location product triggers and /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain location product triggers and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning processes run smoothly. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.