How To Fix PLMDISCALC015 - Identified recursions

PLMDISCALC015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Identified recursions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC015 - Identified recursions ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC015, which indicates "Identified recursions," typically occurs in the context of planning and forecasting within SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules. This error suggests that there is a recursive relationship in the planning data that the system cannot resolve, leading to an infinite loop or circular reference.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular References: The most common cause of this error is a circular reference in the planning data. For example, if a planning object (like a product or location) is dependent on another object that, in turn, depends on the first object, it creates a loop.
  Incorrect Planning Hierarchies: If the planning hierarchies or structures are not set up correctly, it can lead to recursive calculations.
  Data 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfigurations in the planning data, such as incorrect dependencies or relationships between different planning objects, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Circular References: Review the planning data and dependencies to identify any