How To Fix PPEACT420 - Setup group/synch. char. &4 is not defined in plant/location &3 at &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Setup group/synch. char. &4 is not defined in plant/location &3 at &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT420 - Setup group/synch. char. &4 is not defined in plant/location &3 at &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT420 indicates that there is an issue with the setup group or synchronization characteristic not being defined for a specific plant or location. This error typically arises in the context of production planning or process management, particularly when working with production resources and tools (PRT) or setup groups in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A setup group or synchronization characteristic is referenced in a production order, but it has not been defined for the specified plant or location.
  There may be a configuration issue where the necessary setup groups or synchronization characteristics have not been created or assigned correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPEACT420 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning).
  Verify that the setup group and synchronization characteristics are defined for the specified plant/location.
  
  
  
  Define Setup Group:
  
  If the setup group is missing, you can create it in the SAP system:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Follow the path: Production -> Production Planning -> Master Data -> Setup Groups.
  Create a new setup group and ensure it is assigned to the correct plant/location.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Synchronization Characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the synchronization characteristics are also defined and linked to the setup group.
  You can check this in the same configuration area where you defined the setup group.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the production order or process order to ensure that the correct setup group is assigned.
  Make sure that the order is referencing the correct plant/location.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, CO02 for changing production orders, or C223 for setup group maintenance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring setup groups and synchronization characteristics.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPEACT420 error and ensure that your setup groups and synchronization characteristics are correctly defined in the system.