How To Fix RPM_CAPACITY_MGR005 - Monthly calculation base is not consistent with weekly breakdown

RPM_CAPACITY_MGR005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_CAPACITY_MGR - Message Class for Capacity Management

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Monthly calculation base is not consistent with weekly breakdown

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RPM_CAPACITY_MGR005 - Details

• The SAP error message RPM_CAPACITY_MGR005, which states "Monthly calculation base is not consistent with weekly breakdown," typically occurs in the context of capacity planning and management within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is a mismatch between the monthly capacity data and the weekly breakdown of that capacity. Specifically, it indicates that the total capacity calculated on a monthly basis does not align with the sum of the capacities calculated on a weekly basis. This inconsistency can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data may have been entered for either the monthly or weekly capacity.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for capacity planning may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Time Period Mismatches: The time periods for which the monthly and weekly capacities are defined may not align properly.
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