How To Fix PE789 - Assignment strategy & does not exist

PE789 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 789

• Message text: Assignment strategy & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have chosen "free assignment strategy". However, the strategy you
selected does not exist.

System Response

You cannot make the selection.,,,,,,

How to fix this error?

In the Assignment Strategy field, enter a valid strategy; use the
possible entries help (F4) if required. Alternatively, choose a
different option or choose <zk>Cancel</> to exit the details screen.

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 PE789 - Assignment strategy & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PE789 typically indicates that there is an issue with the assignment strategy in the system. This error often arises in the context of production planning or materials management, particularly when dealing with the assignment of resources or materials to production orders or other planning activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment Strategy: The assignment strategy that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the strategy has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The assignment strategy may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error when the system attempts to use it.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system being unable to find the specified assignment strategy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for assignment strategies (e.g., Production Planning