How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM185 - No notes were downloaded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: No notes were downloaded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM185 - No notes were downloaded ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM185 No notes were downloaded typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to download or retrieve notes from the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be connectivity problems between the SAP system and the SAP Service Marketplace, preventing the download of notes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or download notes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to connect to the SAP Service Marketplace.
  Missing or Incorrect Note Numbers: If specific note numbers are being requested, they may not exist or may be incorrectly specified.
  SAP Service Marketplace Changes: Changes or updates to the SAP Service Marketplace could affect the ability to download notes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the SAP system has a stable internet connection and can reach the SAP Service Marketplace.
  Verify Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to download notes.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the SAP Service Marketplace in transaction SNOTE or SPAM. Ensure that the connection settings are correct.
  Use Transaction SNOTE: Go to transaction SNOTE and try to download the notes manually. This can sometimes provide more detailed error messages.
  Check for Note Availability: Ensure that the notes you are trying to download are available and correctly specified. You can search for the notes on the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific circumstances of your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNOTE (for note management) and SPAM (for support package management).
  SAP Support Portal: Access the SAP Support Portal to search for specific notes and check their availability.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to note downloads and troubleshooting for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/TSM185 No notes were downloaded error message.