How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP_OM120 - Maximum number of restrictions has been exceeded (error number &1)

/SAPAPO/RSP_OM120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP_OM -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Maximum number of restrictions has been exceeded (error number &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM120 - Maximum number of restrictions has been exceeded (error number &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM120 Maximum number of restrictions has been exceeded (error number &1) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the number of restrictions (constraints) defined in a planning run exceeds the system's predefined limits. This can happen during the optimization process in the Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Constraints: The primary cause of this error is that the number of constraints (like capacity constraints, resource constraints, etc.) defined in the planning model exceeds the maximum limit set by the system.
  Model Complexity: A complex planning model with many products, locations, and resources can lead to a high number of restrictions being generated during the optimization process.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have default settings that limit the number of constraints that can be processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review and Optimize Constraints:
  
  Analyze the constraints defined in your planning model. Identify any