How To Fix PPEACT588 - Plant at &1 &2 does not match the one in setup group/sync. characteristic

PPEACT588 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Plant at &1 &2 does not match the one in setup group/sync. characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT588 - Plant at &1 &2 does not match the one in setup group/sync. characteristic ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT588 indicates a mismatch between the plant specified in a particular context (like a production order or a planning scenario) and the plant defined in the setup group or synchronization characteristic. This error typically arises in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Plant Assignment: The plant specified in the order or planning object does not match the plant defined in the setup group or synchronization characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The setup group or synchronization characteristic may not be correctly configured to include the plant in question.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this mismatch.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to the master data (like plants, setup groups, or characteristics), it may lead to this error if the changes are not reflected properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Plant Assignment: