How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER226 - Setup matrix &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Setup matrix &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER226 - Setup matrix &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER226 Setup matrix &1 is empty typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to access a setup matrix that has not been defined or is missing data. This can happen during the planning process when the optimizer requires setup information to calculate production sequences or transitions between different products.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Setup Matrix: The specified setup matrix (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incomplete Data: The setup matrix exists, but it does not contain any entries or relevant data for the operations being planned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the setup matrix from being recognized or utilized properly.
  Master Data Issues: Related master data (like resources, products, or production versions) may not be correctly defined or linked to the setup matrix.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Setup Matrix: 
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER or use the relevant transaction for setup matrices.
  Verify if the setup matrix with the specified name exists and is correctly configured.
  If it does not exist, create the setup matrix and define the necessary setups.
  
  
  
  Populate Data: 
  
  If the setup matrix exists but is empty, ensure that you populate it with the necessary setup data. This includes defining the setup times, costs, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: 
  
  Check the master data related to the resources and products involved. Ensure that all necessary links and configurations are in place.
  Make sure that the resources are correctly assigned to the setup matrix.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the optimizer to access the setup matrix.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on creating and managing setup matrices in APO.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test planning run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER, /SAPAPO/SETUP, and others that may be used to manage setup matrices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify setup matrices in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the setup matrix is correctly utilized in your planning processes.