How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM588 - Start of program execution &1 (&2, &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Start of program execution &1 (&2, &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM588 - Start of program execution &1 (&2, &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM588 Start of program execution &1 (&2, &3) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the execution of a program or transaction. This error message is often accompanied by additional details that can help identify the specific cause of the problem.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Program Not Found: The specified program or transaction might not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to run it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the APO system that prevent the program from executing correctly.
  System Performance: The system might be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or failures in executing the program.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the data being processed by the program, such as missing or incorrect data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Name: Verify that the program name specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM or others relevant to your specific scenario.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any locks or long-running processes that might be affecting execution. You can use transaction SM37 to check job logs and see if there are any issues.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed by the program. Ensure that all required data is present and correctly formatted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM for planning and scheduling, and SM37 for job monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.