How To Fix /SAPAPO/TDL_DAO165 - Inconsistent Pegging Area Combination found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TDL_DAO -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Inconsistent Pegging Area Combination found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TDL_DAO165 - Inconsistent Pegging Area Combination found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TDL_DAO165 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the pegging area combination within the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the data related to pegging, which is the process of linking supply and demand in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The pegging areas (such as product, location, and time) may not match correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the planning data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning areas or the way the data is structured in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: Missing or incorrect master data (like product master, location master, etc.) can lead to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to the master data or planning parameters, it may not have been updated correctly across all relevant areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pegging Areas: Review the pegging areas involved in the planning process to ensure they are correctly defined and consistent.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data and planning data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM for consistency checks.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the planning areas and the relevant master data are correct and aligned.
  Reprocess Planning Runs: If the issue arose after a planning run, consider reprocessing the planning runs after correcting any identified issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure or inconsistency.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP APO Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the pegging process and how it should be configured.
  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/TSM for consistency checks and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning board analysis.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.