How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM163 - Choose a data source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Choose a data source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM163 - Choose a data source ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM163 typically indicates that a data source needs to be selected for a specific operation in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error often arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or process that requires a data source, but none has been specified or available.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Source: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a data source in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the data source from being recognized or available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data sources.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the APO setup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Data Source: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field for data sources and choose an appropriate one.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data sources are properly configured in the APO system. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO configuration.
  Verify that the data source is active and correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data sources. This may involve consulting with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or process you are working with. This may provide insights into the expected data sources.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, consider performing a system check or consulting with your SAP Basis team to identify any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may involve data sources, such as /SAPAPO/TSM for time series management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific transaction you are working with. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.