How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER821 - Starting Automatic Cost Generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 821

• Message text: Starting Automatic Cost Generation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER821 - Starting Automatic Cost Generation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER821 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically when dealing with the automatic cost generation process in the production planning and optimization scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER821 usually indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data required for the automatic cost generation process. Common causes include:
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data such as materials, resources, or cost elements may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings in the APO system for cost generation may not be properly set up.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the cost generation from proceeding.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the cost generation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data (materials, resources, cost elements) is correctly maintained in the system.
  Verify that the relevant data is available in both the APO and the connected ERP system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the cost generation process in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Review the settings in the planning book and the data view used for the cost generation.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data and planning data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM (for checking the consistency of the planning area) to identify issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the cost generation has the necessary authorizations. Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have access to the required transactions and data.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  Use transaction code SLG1 to view application logs related to the cost generation process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER for running the optimizer and /SAPAPO/TSM for consistency checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER821 error message in your SAP system.