How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM724 - Select a hierarchy structure with object type: PPM or PDS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 724

• Message text: Select a hierarchy structure with object type: PPM or PDS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM724 - Select a hierarchy structure with object type: PPM or PDS ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM724 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of a hierarchy structure in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP. Specifically, the error suggests that the system expects a hierarchy structure associated with either a Product-Process Model (PPM) or a Product Data Structure (PDS), but the selected structure does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure you are trying to use is not of the required type (PPM or PDS).
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The necessary data for PPM or PDS may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the correct hierarchy from being recognized.
  User Input Error: The user may have selected the wrong hierarchy structure inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Ensure that the hierarchy structure you are trying to select is indeed a PPM or PDS. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and verifying the type of hierarchy.
  Create or Update PPM/PDS: If the required PPM or PDS does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is incomplete, update it with the necessary data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the hierarchy structures are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team.
  User Training: If the error is due to user input, consider providing additional training or documentation to help users understand how to select the correct hierarchy structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM for managing the hierarchy structures.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on PPM and PDS, including how to create and manage these structures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct hierarchy structure is selected for your APO processes.