How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT081 - Total number of procurement orders: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Total number of procurement orders: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT081 - Total number of procurement orders: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT081 typically relates to the total number of procurement orders exceeding a predefined limit in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error can occur during the planning process when the system attempts to generate procurement orders, and the total number of orders exceeds the maximum allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error is triggered when the total number of procurement orders generated during the planning run exceeds the system's configured limit.
  Configuration Settings: The limit for procurement orders may be set too low in the system configuration.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings may not be optimized for the volume of data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase the Limit: 
  
  You can increase the limit for the total number of procurement orders in the configuration settings. This is typically done in the APO system under the relevant planning area settings.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the planning area and look for parameters related to procurement order limits.
  
  
  
  Optimize Planning Parameters:
  
  Review and optimize the planning parameters to ensure that they are suitable for the volume of data you are working with. This may involve adjusting the planning horizon, frequency of planning runs, or other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Volume:
  
  Analyze the data being processed to determine if there are any unnecessary or redundant procurement orders being generated. This may involve reviewing the master data, demand forecasts, and supply chain parameters.
  
  
  
  Batch Processing:
  
  If the volume of procurement orders is inherently high, consider breaking down the planning runs into smaller batches to avoid hitting the limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or updates that may apply to your version of the software.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area settings) and /SAPAPO/OPT1 (for optimizer settings) to make necessary adjustments.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of your APO system to ensure that it can handle the volume of procurement orders being generated without hitting limits.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further analysis and support.