How To Fix IP157 - Package &1 is no longer used in item &3 of plan &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Package &1 is no longer used in item &3 of plan &2

What causes this issue?

The dates of the <DS:GLOS.3528F484E8E6556EE10000009B38F983>maintenance
plan</> &V2& that already exist in the costing period are used 1:1 for
the costing. For this, the system has established that the
<DS:GLOS.3526C32AAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance package</> &V1&
is no longer valid for the corresponding planned date.

System Response

The system simulates an order for the corresponding planned date
without taking package &V1& into account and integrates operations of
the <DS:GLOS.3526C2E2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>task list</>
corresponding to further packages in the order.
The planned date is not rescheduled.
Apart from package &V1&, if no further package is due on the planned
date, then the date is not taken into account and no order is
simulated.

How to fix this error?

If the maintenance package &V1& is only due for future dates, then an
update of the dates helps.
For dates that were already called up, the only option is to choose the
start date of the costing period in accordance with this.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP157 - Package &1 is no longer used in item &3 of plan &2 ?

  The SAP error message IP157 indicates that a specific package (identified by &1) is no longer used in a particular item (identified by &3) of a plan (identified by &2). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) module, which is part of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) solutions.
  Cause:
  
  Package Deactivation: The package may have been deactivated or deleted in the system, which means it can no longer be referenced in the planning item.
  Changes in Planning Structure: There may have been changes in the planning structure or configuration that rendered the package obsolete for the specified planning item.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the system not recognizing the package for the specified item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Package Status: Verify the status of the package in the system. Ensure that it is active and correctly configured for use in the planning item.
  Review Planning Item Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning item to ensure that it is set up to use the package. If the package is no longer relevant, consider updating the planning item to reference a different package.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the planning data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve running specific reports or transactions in SAP to validate the integrity of the planning data.
  Recreate or Adjust Package: If the package is indeed required but has been deactivated or deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust its settings to make it usable again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing packages and planning items in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) for managing planning objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into specific bugs or configuration issues that may be causing the error.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP Integrated Planning.