How To Fix /SAPAPO/TS_RLG_CPY137 - Source and target combinations must differ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TS_RLG_CPY -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Source and target combinations must differ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TS_RLG_CPY137 - Source and target combinations must differ ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TS_RLG_CPY137 indicates that there is an issue with the source and target combinations in a process related to SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, this error occurs when the source and target combinations are the same, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in scenarios such as:
  
  When trying to copy or transfer data from one location to another, and both the source and target are set to the same value.
  In planning scenarios where the system expects different combinations for source and target, such as in the context of transportation lanes, production planning, or other data transfer processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Source and Target Combinations: Review the source and target combinations you are using in your operation. Ensure that they are indeed different. This may involve checking configuration settings, master data, or the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Adjust the Configuration: If you are using a configuration or a template that sets the source and target, modify it to ensure that they are not the same.
  
  
  Review Data Transfer Processes: If this error occurs during a data transfer process, ensure that the data being transferred is correctly mapped and that the source and target are distinct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or process you are working with to understand the requirements for source and target combinations.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the process you are working on, as they may provide additional insights or options for troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that the source and target combinations are distinct, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your operations in SAP APO.