How To Fix PPE4144 - Customizing settings do not permit combination &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Customizing settings do not permit combination &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4144 - Customizing settings do not permit combination &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message PPE4144, which states "Customizing settings do not permit combination &1/&2," typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) when there is an issue with the configuration settings related to the combination of certain parameters in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Configuration: The combination of the parameters (e.g., plant, material, production version, etc.) you are trying to use is not allowed based on the customizing settings in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like material master, routing, or production version) may not be set up correctly or is missing.
  Customizing Settings: The settings in the customizing (transaction SPRO) for the specific area (like production planning) do not allow the combination of the specified values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE4144 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for Production Planning.
  Verify the settings for the combination of the parameters you are using. Ensure that the combination is allowed in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master (transaction MM03) to ensure that the material is correctly set up for the plant and that all necessary views (like MRP, Work Scheduling) are maintained.
  Verify the production version and routing associated with the material to ensure they are valid and active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific area you are working in to understand the valid combinations and any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and perform the actions related to the parameters in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), CO01 (Create Production Order), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PPE4144 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PPE4144 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.