/SAPCEM/DISPO003 - Please enter requirement start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/DISPO -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Please enter requirement start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/DISPO003 - Please enter requirement start ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/DISPO003 with the description "Please enter requirement start" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where planning and scheduling are involved. This error indicates that a required start date for a planning requirement has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a start date for a requirement in the planning application.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the start date or may have entered it incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a start date but are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Requirement Start Date: The immediate solution is to ensure that a valid start date is entered for the requirement. Check the relevant fields in the planning transaction and input the required date.
  Review Input Data: Double-check all input data to ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Check Configuration: If the error persists, review the configuration settings in the relevant planning area to ensure that the requirement start date is not being inadvertently omitted due to system settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or module you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the planning module you are using, as they may provide additional context or options for entering data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide updates and patches that could resolve underlying issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on the data entry requirements for the planning module to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPCEM/DISPO003 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP.