How To Fix /INCMD/MSG330 - Alternative procedure flag can be used only with ICTYPE LDP

/INCMD/MSG330 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 330

• Message text: Alternative procedure flag can be used only with ICTYPE LDP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG330 - Alternative procedure flag can be used only with ICTYPE LDP ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG330 Alternative procedure flag can be used only with ICTYPE LDP typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules when there is an issue with the configuration of the planning procedure.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the alternative procedure flag is being used in a context where it is not applicable. Specifically, it suggests that the alternative procedure flag is only valid when the ICTYPE (Integration Type) is set to LDP (Local Data Processing). If the ICTYPE is set to something else, such as RDP (Remote Data Processing) or any other type, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the planning procedure in the relevant transaction (e.g., /INCMD or similar).
  Ensure that the ICTYPE is set to LDP if you intend to use the alternative