How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT073 - Rule for setup group generation does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Rule for setup group generation does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT073 - Rule for setup group generation does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT073 indicates that there is an issue with the setup group generation in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find a rule for generating setup groups for the specified material or combination of materials.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Setup Group Rules: The most common cause is that the setup group generation rules have not been defined for the materials in question. This can happen if the configuration for setup groups has not been completed or if the rules have been deleted or not properly maintained.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the APO system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up, which can lead to the system being unable to find the appropriate setup group rules.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of the planning book or if there are inconsistencies in the data, this can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Setup Group Rules:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/CDPS to access the setup group generation settings.
  Check if the setup group rules are defined for the relevant materials. If not, create the necessary rules.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing settings for setup groups are correctly maintained. This can be done through the SPRO transaction, navigating to the relevant sections for APO and setup group configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Check the relevant views in the material master to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the planning book and data. This can help identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to setup group generation for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CDPS for setup group generation and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to APO setup group configuration to ensure best practices are being followed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/CDPS_CHARMAT073.