How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO071 - The output component has no variable consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: The output component has no variable consumption

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO071 - The output component has no variable consumption ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO071 indicates that there is an issue with the output component in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, it states that the output component has no variable consumption, which means that the system cannot find any variable consumption data for the specified output component.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variable Consumption Data: The output component may not have been set up correctly, or there may be no variable consumption data available for the specific product or location.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the output component in the APO system may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the product, such as missing or incorrect settings for the production process or planning strategy.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the product and location is correctly set up. Ensure that the output component is properly defined and that variable consumption data exists.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the output component in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and that the output component is correctly linked to the relevant planning objects.
  Data Activation: If you are using a planning version, ensure that the version is activated and contains the necessary data. You may need to run the planning run or data activation process to populate the required data.
  Variable Consumption Setup: If variable consumption is not set up, you may need to define it in the relevant planning book or data view. This involves specifying how the output component should consume variables during planning.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up variable consumption and output components in APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book maintenance) or /SAPAPO/DP (for demand planning) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.