How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER278 - Run time limit reached: No solution found

/SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Run time limit reached: No solution found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER278 - Run time limit reached: No solution found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER278 Run time limit reached: No solution found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when using the PP/DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) optimizer. This error indicates that the optimizer has reached its time limit for finding a feasible solution to the planning problem, and as a result, it has not been able to generate a valid plan.
  Causes:
  
  Complexity of the Problem: The planning problem may be too complex, involving a large number of constraints, resources, or products, which can lead to longer computation times.
  Insufficient Runtime Settings: The runtime limit set for the optimizer may be too low for the specific planning scenario.
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or incomplete master data, such as resource capacities, production times, or demand data, can complicate the optimization process.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the optimizer settings or parameters can lead to inefficient planning runs.
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