How To Fix PK268 - Not possible to change control cycle to 1 container (mat. &1, PSA &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Not possible to change control cycle to 1 container (mat. &1, PSA &2)

What causes this issue?

You want to change the number of non-locked kanban containers in a
control cycle to one kanban container. This is not possible. You can
change the number of non-locked kanban containers to 0 or to a number
greater than or equal to 2.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK268 - Not possible to change control cycle to 1 container (mat. &1, PSA &2) ?

  The SAP error message PK268 indicates that there is an issue with changing the control cycle for a specific material in the Production Planning (PP) module, particularly when dealing with the Production Supply Area (PSA) and containers. This error typically arises in the context of handling materials in a production environment, especially when using Kanban or similar processes.
  Cause of the Error
  The error message PK268 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Control Cycle Configuration: The control cycle for the material is not set up correctly, or there are inconsistencies in the configuration that prevent it from being changed to a single container.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, particularly in relation to the control cycle settings.
  
  
  PSA Settings: The Production Supply Area (PSA) settings may not be compatible with the desired control cycle configuration.
  
  
  Existing Transactions: There may be existing transactions or processes that are currently using the control cycle, preventing changes.
  
  
  Container Settings: The settings for the container itself may not allow for a change to a single container configuration.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the PK268 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Control Cycle Configuration:
  
  Go to the control cycle configuration in SAP and verify that the settings are correct for the material and PSA.
  Ensure that the control cycle is set up to allow for a single container.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the affected material (using transaction MM03).
  Ensure that all relevant fields related to the control cycle and PSA are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Examine PSA Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the Production Supply Area to ensure they are compatible with the control cycle you are trying to implement.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Transactions:
  
  Look for any existing transactions that may be using the control cycle. If there are open transactions, you may need to complete or close them before making changes.
  
  
  
  Container Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the container being used. Ensure that it is set up to allow for a single container configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on control cycles and container management.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PK01 (Create Control Cycle), PK02 (Change Control Cycle), and PK03 (Display Control Cycle) to manage control cycles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to control cycles and related settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PK268 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.