How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT115 - Select an existing material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Select an existing material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT115 - Select an existing material ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT115 with the description "Select an existing material" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a valid material number, but the system cannot find the specified material in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material: The material number entered does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material may not be of the type that is valid for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between SAP ERP and SAP APO, leading to the material not being recognized in APO.
  Inactive Material: The material may be inactive or not available for planning in the APO system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number for any typos or errors. Ensure that the material exists in the system.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and available for planning. You can do this by checking the material master data in SAP ERP.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing user roles.
  Data Synchronization: If the material exists in SAP ERP but not in APO, check the data transfer settings and ensure that the material has been properly replicated to APO. You may need to run the relevant data transfer jobs.
  Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the planning process you are trying to execute. Some materials may not be relevant for certain planning scenarios.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) in SAP ERP to check the material details.
  APO Transaction Codes: In APO, you can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (Display Material) to check the material's status in the APO system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.