How To Fix 5W089 - Parameters of alternative method &1 not compatible with default method &2

5W089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Parameters of alternative method &1 not compatible with default method &2

What causes this issue?

The parameters for the specified alternative method are not compatible
with the default method.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the parameters for both methods are compatible.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5W089 - Details

• The SAP error message 5W089 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between the parameters of an alternative method and the default method in the context of a specific process or transaction. This error typically arises in scenarios involving configuration settings, particularly in the areas of product costing, material management, or production planning.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the parameters defined for an alternative method (e.g., an alternative costing method or production method) do not match or are incompatible with the parameters of the default method. This can happen due to:
  
  Mismatched Configuration: The alternative method may have been configured with different parameters that do not align with the default method.
  Missing Parameters: Some required parameters for the alternative method may not have been defined, leading to incompatibility.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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