How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR015 - No block size defined for application '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No block size defined for application '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR015 - No block size defined for application '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR015 No block size defined for application '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a configuration issue related to the planning area or application settings. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error indicates that the block size for a specific application (denoted by &1) has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the planning area or application has not been properly set up in the SAP APO system.
  Incorrect Application Settings: The application might not have been fully configured, or the settings might have been altered or deleted inadvertently.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it’s possible that the block size settings were not included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Block Size:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SDP_ADMIN or /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the relevant planning area or application.
  Check the settings for the block size and ensure that it is defined. If it is missing, you will need to specify a block size that is appropriate for your application.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that all necessary parameters, including block size, are correctly set.
  If you are unsure about the correct values, consult the documentation or a colleague with experience in SAP APO configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport request included all necessary configuration settings. If not, you may need to re-transport the missing settings or manually configure them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or notes related to the specific application you are working with for additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP_ADMIN, /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR, and others that may help in troubleshooting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the block size is properly defined for the application in question.