How To Fix /SAPAPO/VERS_MERGE118 - Products/locations selected: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/VERS_MERGE -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Products/locations selected: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/VERS_MERGE118 - Products/locations selected: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/VERS_MERGE118 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with merging versions of products or locations. The message indicates that there are specific products or locations selected that are causing the error.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The selected products or locations may have inconsistent or incomplete data that prevents the merging process from completing successfully.
  Locked Objects: The objects (products or locations) may be locked by another user or process, preventing the merge operation.
  Version Conflicts: There may be conflicts between the versions of the products or locations that are being merged.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the merge operation on the selected products or locations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data for the selected products and locations to ensure that all necessary information is complete and consistent.
  Unlock Objects: If the objects are locked, check with your system administrator or the user who has locked them to unlock the objects.
  Review Version Settings: Ensure that the versions of the products or locations you are trying to merge are compatible and do not have conflicting settings.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the merge operation. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on merging versions in APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may help in troubleshooting, such as /SAPAPO/VER_MERGE for merging versions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.