How To Fix PPEGUI039 - The reference alternative type of &1 cannot be found in the FOCUS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEGUI - Message Interface

• Message number: 039

• Message text: The reference alternative type of &1 cannot be found in the FOCUS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEGUI039 - The reference alternative type of &1 cannot be found in the FOCUS ?

  The SAP error message PPEGUI039 indicates that the system is unable to find the reference alternative type specified in the FOCUS (which is typically related to the Production Planning and Execution module). This error usually occurs in the context of planning or production processes where alternative resources or production methods are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Alternative: The reference alternative type specified in the planning or production order does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the production planning settings, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or routing, which may not have the necessary alternative types defined.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the alternative types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant production planning area and ensure that the reference alternative types are correctly defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the alternative types are defined correctly.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and verify the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Review Routing and BOM:
  
  Ensure that the routing and Bill of Materials (BOM) associated with the material have the correct alternative types defined.
  Use transaction codes CA03 for routing and CS03 for BOM to check the details.
  
  
  
  Check FOCUS Settings:
  
  Review the FOCUS settings to ensure that the reference alternative types are included in the planning scenario.
  You may need to adjust the planning parameters or settings to include the necessary alternatives.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the alternative types. Check the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, CA03, CS03, and SPRO for checking master data and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.