How To Fix PPEBAL120 - Model mix &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEBAL - Line Balance Message

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Model mix &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEBAL120 - Model mix &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPEBAL120 indicates that the model mix specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module, particularly when dealing with model mixes in production planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Model Mix: The model mix you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Model Mix Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the model mix in your configuration or transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the model mix.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the model mix from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Model Mix Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MC90 for model mix maintenance) and verify if the model mix exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the model mix in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the name is spelled correctly and matches the defined model mixes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the model mix. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on your master data to ensure that there are no issues that could be causing the model mix to be unrecognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on model mixes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Model Mix: A model mix in SAP is typically used to define a combination of different products or variants that can be produced together in a production run.
  Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant transactions such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for model mix maintenance) and /SAPAPO/MC91 (for model mix assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to model mixes and the PPEBAL120 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.