How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM181 - No relationship found between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: No relationship found between &1 and &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM181 - No relationship found between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM181 indicates that there is no relationship found between two specified objects in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in scenarios involving transportation planning, where the system is unable to identify a valid relationship between two entities, such as a source location and a destination location, or between a product and a location.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the necessary master data (like transportation lanes, locations, or products) has not been defined or is incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transportation planning settings that prevent the system from recognizing the relationship.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the system from establishing a relationship.
  Inactive Relationships: The relationship between the two entities may exist but is inactive or not valid for the planning period in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (e.g., transportation lanes, locations, products) is correctly defined in the system.
  Verify that the source and destination locations are set up properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Lanes:
  
  Go to the transaction for maintaining transportation lanes (e.g., /SAPAPO/TSM1).
  Check if there is a transportation lane defined between the two locations or entities in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for transportation planning.
  Check if the planning area and planning version are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the relationship is valid for the planning period you are working with. Sometimes, relationships may be defined but only for specific time frames.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM1 for transportation lane maintenance, /SAPAPO/TSM2 for transportation lane planning, and /SAPAPO/TSM3 for transportation lane analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/TSM181 error message.