How To Fix PPEFLO119 - Alternatives cannot be created for &1 &2

PPEFLO119 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFLO - Messages for iPPE Application Object FLO

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Alternatives cannot be created for &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an alternative for &V1& &V2&. However,
hierarchy relationships already exist between &V1& &V2& and subordinate
nodes. For this reason, you can no longer create alternatives for &V1&
&V2&.
If you wish to create alternatives for a node, it must not have any
hierarchy relationships to subordinate nodes. If it does, you must
create hierarchy relationships that start from the alternatives.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFLO119 - Alternatives cannot be created for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEFLO119, which states "Alternatives cannot be created for &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of production planning and the configuration of alternative items or resources in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The alternatives may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing master data for the materials or resources involved.
  Incompatible Characteristics: The characteristics of the alternatives may not be compatible with the main item or resource, leading to the inability to create alternatives.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the production process or in the material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the materials or resources, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BOM (Bill of Materials) or routing.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have