How To Fix PPE8103 - Standard &4 &1 at node &2 &3 is invalid; a different &4 is valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE8 - Messages From Explosion in iPPE

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Standard &4 &1 at node &2 &3 is invalid; a different &4 is valid

What causes this issue?

The &V4& &V1& with the standard indicator at node &V2& &V3& has not
been selected. A different &V4& at the same node has been selected
because of its object dependency.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE8103 - Standard &4 &1 at node &2 &3 is invalid; a different &4 is valid ?

  The SAP error message PPE8103 typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of a production process or a routing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the validity of a specific node in a process chain or routing.
  Cause:
  The error message PPE8103 is triggered when:
  
  The system is trying to access a node in a production process that is not valid for the current configuration.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected and actual configuration of the production process, such as a missing or incorrectly defined operation, resource, or sequence.
  The node being referenced may have been deleted or is not active in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE8103 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Node Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the node mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly defined and active in the system.
  Check if the node has been deleted or if there are any changes in the routing or process that could affect its validity.
  
  
  
  Review the Routing:
  
  Go to the routing or production process where the error occurred and check for any inconsistencies.
  Ensure that all operations and sequences are correctly defined and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Validate the Process Chain:
  
  If the error is related to a process chain, validate the entire chain to ensure that all nodes are correctly linked and configured.
  Check for any changes in the master data that could affect the process chain.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Look for any dependencies or prerequisites that may not be met for the node in question. This could include missing materials, resources, or other configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CA03 (Display Routing), C223 (Change Routing), or C201 (Create/Change Work Center) to investigate the routing and node configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPE8103 error in your SAP system.