How To Fix PK022 - No.of kanban containers not equal to cntrl cycle data; data is changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No.of kanban containers not equal to cntrl cycle data; data is changed

What causes this issue?

You have just deleted one or more kanban container(s). Therefore, you
must also reduce the number of kanban containers in the control cycle
data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK022 - No.of kanban containers not equal to cntrl cycle data; data is changed ?

  The SAP error message PK022 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the number of Kanban containers defined in the system and the control cycle data for the Kanban process. This error typically arises in the context of Kanban management within SAP, which is used for managing inventory and production processes.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The number of Kanban containers defined in the control cycle does not match the number of containers that are currently set up in the system.
  Changes in Control Cycle: If changes were made to the control cycle (e.g., changing the number of containers) without updating the corresponding settings, this error can occur.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to manual changes or incorrect data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Cycle Configuration:
  
  Go to the control cycle configuration in SAP (Transaction code: PKMC).
  Verify the number of Kanban containers defined in the control cycle.
  Ensure that it matches the actual number of containers that are set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Update Kanban Container Settings:
  
  If the number of containers in the control cycle is correct, check the Kanban container settings (Transaction code: PK02).
  Make sure that the settings reflect the correct number of containers.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If there have been recent changes, ensure that all relevant data is synchronized.
  You may need to delete and recreate the Kanban containers if they are not aligning with the control cycle.
  
  
  
  Review Change Logs:
  
  Check the change logs for the control cycle and Kanban containers to identify any recent changes that may have caused the discrepancy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing Kanban processes and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PK02: Change Kanban Container
  PKMC: Control Cycle Maintenance
  PK01: Create Kanban Container
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to Kanban settings and control cycles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PK022 error and ensure that your Kanban process is functioning correctly. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.