How To Fix APO_BAPI354 - Change mode &1 cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Change mode &1 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

Change mode cannot be used because of existing fixings.

System Response

Processing of data for this characteristics combination is terminated.
The system continues to process the data of the subsequent
characteristics combination.

How to fix this error?

Check which change mode is permitted for existing fixings.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI354 - Change mode &1 cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI354 with the description "Change mode &1 cannot be used" typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the change mode specified in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. This error indicates that the change mode being used is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Change Mode: The change mode specified in the BAPI call does not match the expected values for the operation. For example, if you are trying to create a new record but are using a change mode that is meant for updating existing records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that restrict the use of certain change modes for specific operations.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may not meet the requirements for the specified change mode, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation with the specified change mode.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Change Mode: Review the change mode being passed in the BAPI call. Ensure that it is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. Common change modes include:
  
  A for Add
  U for Update
  D for Delete
  X for Change
  Make sure you are using the correct mode for your specific use case.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the valid change modes and their intended use cases.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent in the BAPI call is valid and meets all necessary criteria for the specified change mode.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the APO system to see if there are any restrictions on the change modes that can be used.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation with the specified change mode.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, consider debugging the BAPI call to trace the exact point of failure and gather more information about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  BAPI Documentation: Review the specific BAPI documentation for details on parameters, expected values, and examples of usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.