How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC104 - Define input object(s) of type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Define input object(s) of type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC104 - Define input object(s) of type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC104 Define input object(s) of type &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of input objects in a planning scenario. This error indicates that the system expects certain input objects to be defined, but they are either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Objects: The input objects required for the planning process (like characteristics, key figures, or planning areas) have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning scenario may not include the necessary input objects, or they may not be correctly linked to the planning area.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the defined input objects.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to missing or incomplete definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Input Objects:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP APO (e.g., /SAPAPO/SCM or /SAPAPO/DP).
  Check the planning area and ensure that all required input objects are defined.
  If necessary, create or modify the input objects to include the required characteristics and key figures.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning area is correctly configured to include the necessary input objects.
  Verify that the input objects are linked to the correct planning scenario.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the input objects.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring input objects in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning or /SAPAPO/SCC for Supply Chain Cockpit, as these may help in navigating the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/SCC104 error message.