How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE055 - Item &1: Plant &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Item &1: Plant &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE055 - Item &1: Plant &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE055 Item &1: Plant &2 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where planning and inventory management are involved. This error indicates that the specified plant (Plant &2) for the given item (Item &1) is not valid in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Plant Configuration: The plant specified may not be configured correctly in the system or may not exist in the master data.
  Missing Master Data: The item may not have been assigned to the specified plant in the material master data.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or marked for deletion in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified plant.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to discrepancies in plant data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Verify that the plant exists in the system by checking the plant master data (transaction code OX10).
  Ensure that the plant is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data for the item in question.
  Ensure that the item is assigned to the specified plant and that all necessary views (like Basic Data, Sales, MRP, etc.) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant and item data. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the system is integrated with other systems, ensure that data synchronization is functioning correctly. You may need to run consistency checks or data transfer jobs.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configuration problems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OX10: Maintain Plants
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table structures
  SE16: Data Browser to view table entries
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and planning processes to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.