How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_EMH_UI004 - Combination of &1 and &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_EMH_UI -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Combination of &1 and &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_EMH_UI004 - Combination of &1 and &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_EMH_UI004 Combination of &1 and &2 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the combination of certain parameters or values in a planning scenario. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message represent specific values that are causing the issue, such as a product, location, or other planning-related attributes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The error usually indicates that the combination of the two parameters (e.g., product and location) does not exist or is not valid in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The product or location not being defined in the system.
  The product not being assigned to the location in the master data.
  The combination being restricted by configuration settings or business rules.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified combination.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that both parameters (e.g., product and location) are correctly defined in the system. Ensure that:
  
  The product exists in the system.
  The location is valid and active.
  The product is assigned to the location in the relevant master data (e.g., Product Location Master).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that there are no restrictions or rules that would invalidate the combination.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the master data or planning data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified combination.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction or process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 (for product master) or /SAPAPO/LOC1 (for location master) to check the relevant master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.