How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCHED836 - Item category &1 of the logical system &2 is not available

/SAPAPO/SCHED836 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCHED -

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Item category &1 of the logical system &2 is not available

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCHED836 - Item category &1 of the logical system &2 is not available ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCHED836 indicates that there is an issue with the item category in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the item category specified for a particular logical system is not available. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during planning runs, data transfer, or when trying to access certain functionalities within APO.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item category may not be defined in the system for the specified logical system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), the item category may not have been included in the transfer or may not exist in the target system.
  Logical System Settings: The logical system may not be correctly set up to recognize the item category, or there may be