How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL060 - The system has switched to infinite planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: The system has switched to infinite planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL060 - The system has switched to infinite planning ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL060 indicates that the system has switched to infinite planning mode due to a failure in the finite scheduling process. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters issues that prevent it from completing a finite scheduling run.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Constraints: There may be insufficient capacity on resources to meet the demand, leading to scheduling conflicts.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data such as incorrect resource settings, production versions, or planning parameters can cause scheduling failures.
  Order Conflicts: Conflicts between orders, such as overlapping production orders or conflicting time slots, can lead to scheduling issues.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be set up correctly or may have inconsistencies.
  Time Period Issues: The time periods defined for planning may not align with the available capacity or demand.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to scheduling failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Resource Availability: Review the capacity of the resources involved in the scheduling process to ensure they can handle the planned production.
  Review Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (e.g., resources, production versions, and planning parameters) is correctly set up and consistent.
  Analyze Order Conflicts: Check for any conflicting orders that may be causing scheduling issues and resolve them as necessary.
  Validate Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version being used is correctly configured and that all necessary data is available.
  Adjust Time Periods: Review and adjust the time periods defined for planning to ensure they align with the available capacity and demand.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure they are set up correctly for finite scheduling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DM to access the detailed scheduling logs and analyze the specific reasons for the failure.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  APO Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on finite and infinite planning processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for further analysis.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the scheduling failure and return to finite planning mode.