How To Fix /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM087 - Specify a server group for parallel processing; see long text

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Specify a server group for parallel processing; see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM087 - Specify a server group for parallel processing; see long text ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM087 indicates that a server group needs to be specified for parallel processing in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM). This error typically arises when a process that is intended to run in parallel is initiated without the necessary configuration for server groups.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Server Group Configuration: The system requires a server group to be defined for executing certain processes in parallel. If this configuration is missing, the error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Settings: The server group may not be correctly set up in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the server group.
  Process Configuration: The specific process or job that is being executed may not have been configured to use a server group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Server Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code RZ12 (or RZ10 for profile parameters) to define or check the server group settings.
  Ensure that a valid server group is created and configured for parallel processing.
  
  
  
  Check Process Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the process that is generating the error. Ensure that it is set up to utilize the server group for parallel processing.
  This may involve checking the settings in the relevant transaction or customizing settings in the SCM or APO module.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the server group. This can be checked in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation or the long text of the error message for additional details on how to configure server groups for parallel processing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RZ12, RZ10, SU01, and PFCG.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on server groups and parallel processing in SCM/APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary server group is specified for parallel processing in your SAP system.