How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP712 - Proposed order & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP -

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Proposed order & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP712 - Proposed order & already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP712 Proposed order & already exists typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when there is an attempt to create a proposed order that already exists in the system. This can happen during planning runs or when manually creating orders in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Proposed Orders: The error indicates that there is already a proposed order for the same product, location, and time period in the system.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings may be configured in such a way that they generate duplicate proposals.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the generation of duplicate orders.
  Manual Entry: A user may have manually created a proposed order that overlaps with an automatically generated one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Orders: Review the existing proposed orders for the product and location in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/ORDERS or /SAPAPO/ORDER to view the orders.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the issue is due to planning parameters, consider adjusting the settings in the planning book or the planning profile to avoid generating duplicate orders.
  Delete or Modify Duplicates: If you find that there are indeed duplicate proposed orders, you may need to delete or modify one of them to resolve the conflict.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data (like product master, location master, etc.) is correctly set up and does not have any inconsistencies that could lead to duplicate proposals.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/ORDERS, /SAPAPO/ORDER, and /SAPAPO/MC90 for monitoring and managing orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any patches or updates that may address this specific error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom logic implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect order creation.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.