How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM023 - Inconsistences found in PPM/PDS &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Inconsistences found in PPM/PDS &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM023 - Inconsistences found in PPM/PDS &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM023 indicates that there are inconsistencies found in the Production Process Model (PPM) or the Production Data Structure (PDS) for a specific object (denoted by &1). This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are discrepancies between the PPM/PDS and the underlying master data or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies between the PPM/PDS and the related master data, such as material master, BOM (Bill of Materials), or routing.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required data fields in the PPM/PDS may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Versioning Issues: There may be issues related to different versions of the PPM/PDS not being synchronized.
  Changes in Master Data: Recent changes in the master data (like BOM or routing) that have not been reflected in the PPM/PDS.
  Transport Issues: If the PPM/PDS was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies due to missing dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify the related master data (material master, BOM, routing) for the object in question. Ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly configured.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction /SAPAPO/PPM or /SAPAPO/PDS to perform a consistency check on the PPM/PDS. This can help identify specific inconsistencies.
  Recreate PPM/PDS: If the inconsistencies are severe, consider recreating the PPM/PDS from scratch to ensure that it aligns with the current master data.
  Update Data: If there have been recent changes to the master data, ensure that the PPM/PDS is updated accordingly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PPM, /SAPAPO/PDS, and /SAPAPO/MD for managing PPMs and PDSs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  APO Configuration: Ensure that your APO system is properly configured and that all necessary settings are in place for PPM and PDS management.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify PPMs and PDSs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies causing the /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM023 error message.