How To Fix CMX_XSR016 - More than one reference plant was set

CMX_XSR016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMX_XSR - Messages SXS Repository

• Message number: 016

• Message text: More than one reference plant was set

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CMX_XSR016 - Details

• The SAP error message CMX_XSR016, which states "More than one reference plant was set," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where reference plants are used for planning purposes. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple reference plants for a particular configuration or transaction, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Reference Plants Defined: The error usually arises when more than one reference plant is assigned to a material or planning object in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for the materials or plants involved.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the setup of materials or plants can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Reference Plant Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like SPRO for configuration).
  Verify the settings for the material or planning object to ensure that only one reference plant is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master