How To Fix PPEACT816 - At least one mode at &1 &2 must be available for automatic selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 816

• Message text: At least one mode at &1 &2 must be available for automatic selection

What causes this issue?

For planning in APO, you must specify a mode with a mode priority that
the system can choose automatically at each activity.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain at least one mode with a mode priority that the system can
choose automatically at &V1& &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT816 - At least one mode at &1 &2 must be available for automatic selection ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT816 indicates that there is an issue with the automatic selection of modes in the context of production planning or process planning. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a suitable mode for a specific operation or resource in the planning process.
  Cause:
  The error message PPEACT816 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Modes: The required modes for the operation/resource are not defined or are inactive in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the production process or resource may not be set up correctly, leading to the unavailability of modes.
  Resource Availability: The resources associated with the operation may not be available or may not have the necessary modes assigned.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or selection criteria may not be correctly defined, leading to the inability to select a mode.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error PPEACT816, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mode Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code C223 (for work centers) or C201 (for production resources/tools) and verify that the required modes are defined and active.
  Ensure that the modes are correctly assigned to the relevant resources.
  
  
  
  Review Resource Availability:
  
  Check the availability of the resources in the system. Ensure that the resources are not locked or inactive.
  Verify that the resources have the necessary capacities and modes assigned.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters in the relevant planning views (e.g., in the material master or production version) to ensure they are set correctly.
  Make sure that the selection criteria for modes are appropriate for the operation being planned.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If possible, try to simulate the planning process with different scenarios to identify if the issue persists across different configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on mode selection and configuration for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the details of the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223, C201, and MD01 (for planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPEACT816 error in your SAP system.