How To Fix PPDS_PB036 - Simulation version could not be merged with actual data

PPDS_PB036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_PB - Messages for New Fiori OData Planning Board

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Simulation version could not be merged with actual data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_PB036 - Simulation version could not be merged with actual data ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_PB036 indicates that there is an issue with merging a simulation version with actual data in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPDS) module. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or conflicts between the simulation data and the actual data that prevent the merging process from completing successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be discrepancies between the simulation version and the actual data, such as differences in planning parameters, resource availability, or production orders.
  Locked Objects: The objects or data that need to be merged might be locked by another user or process, preventing the merge operation.
  Version Conflicts: The simulation version may not be compatible with the actual data version due to versioning issues or incorrect settings.
  Missing Data: Required data for the merge operation might be missing or incomplete in either the simulation or actual data sets.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the PPDS module can lead