How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP083 - Caution: Your unnumbered entries will be lost

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Caution: Your unnumbered entries will be lost

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP083 - Caution: Your unnumbered entries will be lost ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP083 Caution: Your unnumbered entries will be lost typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with the Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Demand Planning (DP) modules. This message indicates that there are unnumbered entries in your planning book or data view that will be lost if you proceed with the current action.
  Cause:
  
  Unnumbered Entries: The error is triggered when there are entries in the planning book that have not been assigned a number or identifier. This can happen if you have made changes or created new entries that have not been saved or properly numbered.
  Data Overwrite: The action you are trying to perform (like saving, executing a planning run, or switching views) may overwrite these unnumbered entries, leading to potential data loss.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Your Work: Before proceeding with any action that could lead to data loss, ensure that you save all your unnumbered entries. You can do this by assigning numbers to these entries or saving them in a different format.
  Check for Unnumbered Entries: Review the planning book or data view for any unnumbered entries. You can usually identify these entries by looking for blank fields in the number column or similar indicators.
  Assign Numbers: If applicable, assign numbers to the unnumbered entries to ensure they are recognized by the system and will not be lost.
  Proceed with Caution: If you are sure that you do not need the unnumbered entries, you can proceed with the action, but be aware that you will lose those entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Book Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of your planning book and how to manage entries within it. This can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for specific instructions on managing entries in the planning book.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling unnumbered entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent data loss in your SAP APO environment.