How To Fix /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU057 - Production version &1 is already used in another synchronization unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Production version &1 is already used in another synchronization unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU057 - Production version &1 is already used in another synchronization unit ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU057 indicates that a production version is already being used in another synchronization unit. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with production versions and synchronization units in SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The production version you are trying to assign to a synchronization unit is already assigned to another synchronization unit. This can happen if multiple users are trying to assign the same production version simultaneously or if there is a configuration issue.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent the same production version from being used in multiple places to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts in production planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR or relevant transaction codes in your SAP system to check which synchronization unit is currently using the production version.
  Identify the synchronization unit that is already using the production version and determine if it can be modified or if the production version can be released from that unit.
  
  
  
  Release or Change Production Version:
  
  If the production version is no longer needed in the existing synchronization unit, you may need to release it or change the assignment to another production version that is not currently in use.
  If the production version is required in both synchronization units, consider creating a new production version that can be used in the new synchronization unit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for more details on managing production versions and synchronization units.
  Check for any specific business rules or configurations that might be affecting the assignment of production versions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing production versions and synchronization units, such as /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR, C223, or C220.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to production versions and synchronization units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.