How To Fix /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS143 - Fixed demand end time &1 is before the fixed demand start time &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Fixed demand end time &1 is before the fixed demand start time &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS143 - Fixed demand end time &1 is before the fixed demand start time &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS143 indicates that there is a problem with the fixed demand time settings in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the end time for a fixed demand is set before the start time, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Time Settings: The end time for the fixed demand is entered incorrectly, making it earlier than the start time.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of fixed demand, the user may have mistakenly swapped the start and end times.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the demand planning settings that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fixed Demand Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP APO where the fixed demand is defined (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning).
  Review the fixed demand entries and ensure that the end time is set correctly after the start time.
  
  
  
  Correct the Time Settings:
  
  If you find that the end time is indeed before the start time, correct the end time to a value that is later than the start time.
  Save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a mass upload or data import, validate the data file to ensure that all time entries are correct.
  Make sure that the time format is consistent and that there are no hidden characters or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to fixed demand settings in APO for any additional guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details of the error message and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for demand planning, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) and /SAPAPO/SDP93 (for demand management).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to create or modify fixed demand entries.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users involved in demand planning to minimize data entry errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your fixed demand settings are correctly configured.