How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES129 - Field "100% Load" must either be empty or "X"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Field "100% Load" must either be empty or "X"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES129 - Field "100% Load" must either be empty or "X" ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES129 indicates that there is an issue with the field "100% Load" in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system expects the "100% Load" field to either be empty or contain the value "X" (which usually signifies that the load is at 100%).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The field "100% Load" has been populated with a value other than "X" or left with an invalid entry.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the APO settings that is causing the system to misinterpret the data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or from legacy data, it may not conform to the expected format or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Field Value: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurs.
  Verify the value in the "100% Load" field. It should either be empty or contain "X".
  If it contains any other value, change it to "X" or clear the field.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the "100% Load" field is set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error is occurring due to data migration, validate the data to ensure it meets the required standards.
  Clean up any erroneous data entries that do not conform to the expected values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO that may be related to the planning or load management processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to the relevant fields in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.