How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_MSG218 - Consumption strategy is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_MSG -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Consumption strategy is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG218 - Consumption strategy is &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG218 Consumption strategy is &1 typically relates to issues with the consumption strategy in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules. This error indicates that there is a problem with the consumption strategy assigned to a particular material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Consumption Strategy: The consumption strategy defined for the material may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the consumption strategy settings.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the consumption strategy.
  Incompatibility: The consumption strategy may not be compatible with the current planning scenario or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Consumption Strategy: Verify the consumption strategy assigned to the material. Ensure that it is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the settings related to consumption strategies. Make sure that the necessary configurations are in place.
  Update Master Data: If the material master data is incorrect, update it to reflect the correct consumption strategy.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the consumption strategy and its requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, test the scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the consumption strategy error in SAP.