How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO_ARCH002 - PDS structure with type &1 has changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO_ARCH -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: PDS structure with type &1 has changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_ARCH002 - PDS structure with type &1 has changed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_ARCH002 indicates that there is a change in the structure of a Product Data Structure (PDS) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This typically occurs when there are modifications to the PDS, such as changes in the characteristics, operations, or other related data.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in PDS: The structure of the PDS has been altered, which could be due to updates in the master data, changes in the production process, or modifications in the planning parameters.
  Inconsistent Data: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies between the PDS and the data in the database, possibly due to incomplete updates or data migration issues.
  Versioning Issues: If multiple versions of the PDS exist, and there are discrepancies between them, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PDS Structure: Review the PDS structure in the APO system to identify what changes have been made. You can do this using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PDS or /SAPAPO/MDPDS.
  Recreate or Adjust PDS: If the PDS structure has changed significantly, you may need to recreate the PDS or adjust it to align with the new requirements.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the PDS to ensure that all related data is in sync. This can often be done through transaction codes or specific reports designed for this purpose.
  Transport Requests: If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests have been properly moved to the production environment.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications related to the PDS, review them to ensure they are compatible with the new structure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to PDS changes for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to PDS changes. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PDS, /SAPAPO/MDPDS, and others that may help in managing PDS.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on PDS and related functionalities in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the PDS structure change in SAP APO.