How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1540 - Planning terminated due to inconsistent model

/SAPAPO/CTM1540 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Planning terminated due to inconsistent model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1540 - Planning terminated due to inconsistent model ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1540 Planning terminated due to inconsistent model typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) planning function. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the planning model that prevents the CTM process from executing successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Master Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as product master, location master, or resource master data. This can include missing or incorrect data.
  Planning Object Structure Issues: The planning object structure may not be correctly defined or may have been changed without proper adjustments in related areas.
  Resource Availability: Resources may not be available or may have been incorrectly defined, leading to conflicts in the planning model.
  Data Locking Issues: If data is being locked by another process or user, it may lead to inconsistencies during planning.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the CTM or APO system can