How To Fix /INCMD/MSG279 - Group type is only relevant for ATP; change the relevance to ATP

/INCMD/MSG279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Group type is only relevant for ATP; change the relevance to ATP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG279 - Group type is only relevant for ATP; change the relevance to ATP ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG279 Group type is only relevant for ATP; change the relevance to ATP typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Advanced Available-to-Promise (ATP) scenarios. This error indicates that the group type you are trying to use is not compatible with the current configuration or settings, specifically in relation to ATP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Group Type Configuration: The group type you are using is not set up to be relevant for ATP. This can happen if the group type is configured for a different purpose or if it has not been properly assigned to ATP in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data associated with the group type may not be correctly defined or may lack the necessary attributes for ATP relevance.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not be aligned with the requirements for ATP processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Group Type Relevance:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings