How To Fix PPEBAPI055 - Internal error calculating the internal key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEBAPI - API and BAPI Messages in iPPE

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Internal error calculating the internal key

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred when determining the internal key for an
iPPE object.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE PM_INTERNER_FEHLER OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEBAPI055 - Internal error calculating the internal key ?

  The SAP error message PPEBAPI055 ("Internal error calculating the internal key") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) module, particularly when dealing with the Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) for production orders or related processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the internal key calculation, which can stem from various underlying causes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect master data (e.g., material master, BOM, routing).
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to production planning or BAPI settings.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the BAPI can lead to unexpected errors.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the BAPI or related processes, they might be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
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