How To Fix PPE4106 - No decomposition is possible using alternative &1 at &2 node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE4 - Messages from the iPPE Access Object

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No decomposition is possible using alternative &1 at &2 node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4106 - No decomposition is possible using alternative &1 at &2 node ?

  The SAP error message PPE4106 "No decomposition is possible using alternative &1 at &2 node" typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) when the system is unable to decompose a planned order or a production order into its components or sub-components based on the specified alternative.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Alternative: The specified alternative (e.g., alternative routing or bill of materials) may not be correctly defined or may not exist for the material at the specified node.
  Incompatible Components: The components required for the production process may not be compatible with the selected alternative.
  Routing Issues: The routing for the production process may not be set up correctly, or the operations defined in the routing may not match the requirements for the alternative.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing BOMs (Bill of Materials) or routings for the material in question.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for the decomposition of the order based on the selected alternative.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Alternative Definition: Verify that the alternative specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. Ensure that it exists for the material and is active.
  Review BOM and Routing: Check the Bill of Materials and routing for the material to ensure that they are correctly set up and that all required components are available.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, BOMs, routings) is complete and correctly configured.
  Alternative Selection: If applicable, try selecting a different alternative that has a valid decomposition path.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that they allow for the decomposition of the order based on the selected alternative.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error and its resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM), CA03 (Display Routing), or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to investigate the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PPE4106 error and implement a solution to resolve it.