How To Fix PPECHK121 - Indicator - fixed quantity of &2 &3 with &4 not taken into account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECHK - iPPE Consistency Check

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Indicator - fixed quantity of &2 &3 with &4 not taken into account

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicator for <ZK>Fixed Quantity</> at &v2& &v3&.
The &v2& is used in a line scenario.

System Response

The indicator for
<ZK>Fixed Quantity</> is ignored in a line scenario (relevant routing
and/or line) and the maintained quantity is used as
variable quantity in the explosion.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECHK121 - Indicator - fixed quantity of &2 &3 with &4 not taken into account ?

  The SAP error message PPECHK121 indicates that there is an issue with the fixed quantity indicator in the production planning or process order context. Specifically, it suggests that a fixed quantity of a certain material (indicated by &2 and &3) with a specific characteristic (indicated by &4) is not being taken into account during the planning or execution process.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The fixed quantity indicator may not be properly configured in the material master or in the production planning settings.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the materials involved, such as missing or incorrect settings for fixed quantities.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings in the production order or planning run may not be set to consider fixed quantities.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may have restrictions that prevent the fixed quantity from being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the materials involved. Ensure that the fixed quantity indicator is correctly set up in the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to production planning and fixed quantities. This may involve looking at the configuration in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, adjust the planning parameters in the production order or planning run to ensure that fixed quantities are considered.
  Validate Characteristics: Ensure that the characteristics associated with the materials are correctly defined and that they align with the fixed quantity settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), CO01 (Create Production Order), or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PPECHK121 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.