How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT323 - Setup matrix &1 contains setup cost entries with negative values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT -

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Setup matrix &1 contains setup cost entries with negative values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT323 - Setup matrix &1 contains setup cost entries with negative values ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT323 indicates that there are setup cost entries with negative values in the setup matrix for a specific resource or product. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to optimize production or planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Setup Costs: The primary cause of this error is the presence of negative values in the setup cost entries of the setup matrix. This can happen due to incorrect data entry, data migration issues, or configuration errors.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the setup matrix was manually updated or imported from another system, it might have led to inconsistencies or incorrect values being entered.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the APO setup matrix can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Setup Matrix: 
  
  Go to the setup matrix in the APO system and check the entries for the specific resource or product indicated by the error message.
  Look for any negative values in the setup costs and correct them to ensure all values are non-negative.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If negative values are found, update them to appropriate non-negative values based on your business logic and requirements.
  Ensure that the setup costs reflect the actual costs incurred during the setup process.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks to prevent negative values from being entered in the future. This can be done through user exits or validation rules in the system.
  
  
  
  Re-run Optimization:
  
  After correcting the setup matrix, re-run the optimization process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the setup matrix and setup costs for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT to access the optimization settings or /SAPAPO/SDP94 to view the setup matrix.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that users who are responsible for maintaining the setup matrix have the appropriate roles and permissions to make necessary changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your setup matrix is correctly configured for optimization processes in SAP APO.