How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS259 - Supersession chain &1 is not planning-relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Supersession chain &1 is not planning-relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS259 - Supersession chain &1 is not planning-relevant ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS259 indicates that a supersession chain is not considered planning-relevant in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to plan or execute a process involving product substitutions or supersessions, but the specified chain does not meet the criteria for planning.
  Cause:
  
  Supersession Chain Configuration: The supersession chain may not be properly configured in the system. This could mean that the chain is inactive, or the products involved are not set up correctly.
  Planning Relevance Settings: The settings for planning relevance in the product master data or in the configuration of the supersession chain may not be set to allow planning.
  Product Status: The status of the products in the supersession chain may not allow them to be included in planning (e.g., they may be marked as obsolete or inactive).
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the products in the supersession chain, such as missing or incorrect data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Supersession Chain Configuration: Review the configuration of the supersession chain in the system. Ensure that it is active and correctly set up.
  Review Planning Relevance Settings: Go to the product master data and check the planning relevance settings. Ensure that the products in the supersession chain are marked as planning-relevant.
  Verify Product Status: Check the status of the products involved in the supersession chain. If any products are marked as obsolete or inactive, consider updating their status if they should be included in planning.
  Master Data Review: Conduct a thorough review of the master data for the products in the supersession chain. Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring supersession chains and ensuring they are planning-relevant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning) or /SAPAPO/MAT1 (for product master data) to access relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.