How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES413 - Use either &1 or &2 to transfer the dependency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Use either &1 or &2 to transfer the dependency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES413 - Use either &1 or &2 to transfer the dependency ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES413 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with transferring dependencies in the system. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify either one of the two options (denoted as &1 or &2) to successfully transfer the dependency.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration to determine which dependency to use.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may not have provided the required parameters or has provided conflicting information.
  System Logic: The logic in the program may not be able to resolve which dependency to use based on the current data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Parameters: Review the input parameters you are providing when trying to transfer the dependency. Ensure that you are specifying either &1 or &2 as required by the system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for dependencies in your APO system is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant transaction codes or customizing settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. This can provide insights into what &1 and &2 represent in your context.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program to see how the dependencies are being processed and where the logic is failing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that deal with dependencies, such as /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning or /SAPAPO/SC for Supply Chain.
  Dependency Types: Understand the types of dependencies you are working with (e.g., product dependencies, resource dependencies) and how they are configured in your system.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to dependencies in the APO system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.