How To Fix PPEACT105 - Variable capacity reqmts are not allowed at &1 &2, type 'setup/tear down'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEACT - Messages for iPPE ACT Application (Activities)

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Variable capacity reqmts are not allowed at &1 &2, type 'setup/tear down'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT105 - Variable capacity reqmts are not allowed at &1 &2, type 'setup/tear down' ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT105 indicates that there is an issue with the variable capacity requirements for a specific operation in a production process. The message specifically states that variable capacity requirements are not allowed for the type 'setup/tear down' at the specified location (indicated by &1 &2).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the context of production planning and scheduling when:
  
  You are trying to define variable capacity requirements for a setup or teardown operation, which is not permitted in the system.
  The configuration of the production process or the routing may not support variable capacity for these types of operations.
  There may be a mismatch in the settings of the production version or the work center.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Routing: 
  
  Review the routing for the production order and ensure that the setup and teardown operations are correctly defined. Variable capacity should not be assigned to these operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Work Center Settings:
  
  Go to the work center configuration and check the capacity planning settings. Ensure that the setup and teardown operations are set to fixed capacity rather than variable.
  
  
  
  Review Production Version:
  
  If you are using a production version, check its configuration to ensure that it aligns with the requirements of the routing and work center.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on capacity planning and the limitations regarding setup and teardown operations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by creating a new production order or reprocessing the existing one to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CA01 (Create Routing), CR01 (Create Work Center), or C223 (Define Production Version) to make the necessary changes.
  Capacity Planning: Understanding the concepts of capacity planning in SAP, including fixed vs. variable capacity, can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPEACT105 error and ensure that your production planning processes run smoothly.