How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR018 - Internal error when saving planning objects in a DB table

/SAPAPO/SDP_PAR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Internal error when saving planning objects in a DB table

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/SAPAPO/SDP_PAR018 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PAR018 Internal error when saving planning objects in a DB table typically indicates an issue related to the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module in SAP, particularly when there is a problem with saving planning objects to the database.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database itself, such as locks, corruption, or insufficient space.
  Data Consistency: Inconsistencies in the data being saved can lead to internal errors. This could be due to missing or incorrect data in the planning objects.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the APO system, they might interfere with the standard saving process.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to errors when saving planning objects.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it might lead to inconsistencies or errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly. Check for locks,