How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS378 - &1: N:1 (OR) Supersession Chain removed from processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 378

• Message text: &1: N:1 (OR) Supersession Chain removed from processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS378 - &1: N:1 (OR) Supersession Chain removed from processing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS378 &1: N:1 (OR) Supersession Chain removed from processing typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly during the deployment or planning processes. This error indicates that a supersession chain has been removed from processing due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  
  Supersession Chain Issues: The error usually arises when there is a problem with the supersession chain defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect configuration of the supersession relationships.
  The supersession chain may not be valid for the specific product or location.
  The product may not have a valid replacement or successor defined.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the products involved in the supersession chain.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or configurations for the supersession chain.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supersession Configuration:
  
  Go to the product master data and verify the supersession relationships. Ensure that the successor products are correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the supersession chain is valid for the specific planning scenario you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the master data for the products involved. This includes checking the product hierarchy, location data, and any other relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Validate Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using has the correct data and configurations. You may need to check if the version is active and if it includes the necessary product and location data.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP95 to run consistency checks on the planning data and identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book maintenance and /SAPAPO/SDP95 for planning version management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices on managing supersession chains and product master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.