How To Fix PPH_DD003 - Record already adopted for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Record already adopted for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD003 - Record already adopted for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 combination ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD003, which states "Record already adopted for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 combination," typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there is an attempt to adopt a planning record that has already been adopted for a specific product, plant, and MRP area combination.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Adoption: The error indicates that the system has detected that the planning record for the specified product, plant, and MRP area combination has already been adopted. This can happen if there is an attempt to adopt the same record multiple times.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the system not recognizing the current state of the record.
  Process Flow Issues: The error may arise from incorrect sequencing of processes, where a record is being processed in a way that conflicts with its current state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Adoption Status: Verify the adoption status of the product, plant, and MRP area combination in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant planning book or data view to see if the record has already been adopted.
  Avoid Duplicate Adoption: Ensure that your process does not attempt to adopt the same record multiple times. Review the logic in your planning process or any custom code that may be triggering the adoption.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your planning data to ensure that there are no discrepancies. This may involve checking for orphaned records or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Review Process Flow: Analyze the process flow to ensure that the steps are being executed in the correct order. If necessary, adjust the sequence of operations to prevent conflicts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for MRP area) to investigate the records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.