How To Fix IPPECIF014 - Relationship type not supported in Standard APO 3.0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPPECIF - Messages for APO CIP Interfaces in iPPE

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Relationship type not supported in Standard APO 3.0

What causes this issue?

You have tried to transfer relationships, which start or end at a
factory layout alternative, or data for a rough line assignment into a
standard APO 3.0. These relationship types are not supported in the
standard APO 3.0.

System Response

The corresponding relationships are not supported.

How to fix this error?

If you have an SDP-APO, check the settings in transaction
<DS:TRAN.OSDPAPO>OSDPAPO.</> Do not use factory layout alternatives in
the ERP system because they are not supported in the standard APO 3.0.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPPECIF014 - Relationship type not supported in Standard APO 3.0 ?

  The SAP error message IPPECIF014 indicates that a specific relationship type is not supported in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) 3.0. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a relationship type in the planning process that is not recognized or supported by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Relationship Type: The relationship type being used in the planning process is not defined or is not valid in the context of the APO system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that do not align with the relationship types being used in the planning model.
  Data Integrity Issues: The master data or planning data may have inconsistencies or errors that lead to the system not recognizing the relationship type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Relationship Types: Review the relationship types defined in your APO system. Ensure that the relationship type you are trying to use is valid and supported.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings in APO and verify that the relationship types are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant planning area or master data.
  Master Data Validation: Validate the master data associated with the planning process. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for APO to understand the supported relationship types and their configurations.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the planning process can proceed without issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP APO Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO, which provides detailed information on configuration and supported features.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.