How To Fix PPE4190 - No PDS found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: No PDS found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4190 - No PDS found ?

  The SAP error message PPE4190 "No PDS found" typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) when the system is unable to find a Production Data Structure (PDS) for a specific product or location. The PDS is essential for planning as it contains information about the production process, including routing and bill of materials.
  Causes of PPE4190
  
  
  Missing PDS: The most common cause is that a PDS has not been created for the specific product and location combination you are trying to plan.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the PDS.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data, such as the material master or location master.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version you are using may not have the PDS defined.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the PDS.
  
  
  Solutions to PPE4190
  
  
  Create or Maintain PDS:
  
  Check if a PDS exists for the product and location. If it does not exist, you will need to create one using transaction code /SAPAPO/PDS or through the relevant master data maintenance transactions.
  Ensure that the PDS is correctly configured with all necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master and location master data are correctly maintained and that they are linked to the PDS.
  Ensure that the product is active and available for planning.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct planning version that contains the PDS. You can check this in the planning book or through the planning version settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the PDS. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TS to run consistency checks on the master data to identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on PDS creation and maintenance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/PDS: To create or maintain PDS.
  /SAPAPO/TS: To run consistency checks.
  /SAPAPO/MAT1: To check material master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to PDS and the error message PPE4190.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPE4190 error and ensure that the necessary PDS is available for your planning activities.