How To Fix /SCMB/LSO620 - Planning not possible; no demand passed to the optimizer

/SCMB/LSO620 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LSO -

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Planning not possible; no demand passed to the optimizer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LSO620 - Planning not possible; no demand passed to the optimizer ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LSO620 Planning not possible; no demand passed to the optimizer typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the optimizer is unable to find any demand data to process. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Demand Data: There may be no demand data available for the planning period you are trying to optimize. This could be due to a lack of sales orders, forecasts, or other demand sources.
  
  
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not have any demand data associated with it. Ensure that you are working with the correct version.
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria set for the planning run may be too restrictive, resulting in no demand being selected for optimization.
  
  
  Data Filters: Filters applied in the planning run (such as location, product,