How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01152 - A propagation '&' is already defined for this component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: A propagation '&' is already defined for this component

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01152 - A propagation '&' is already defined for this component ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01152 indicates that there is an issue with the propagation definition for a component in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that a propagation with the specified name (represented by &) is already defined for the component in question.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new propagation definition for a component that already has a propagation defined with the same name.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the configuration settings for the propagation definitions.
  The system might be trying to process a propagation that conflicts with existing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Propagation Definitions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP APO where propagation definitions are maintained (e.g., /SAPAPO/MC90 for propagation definitions).
  Look for the component in question and check if a propagation with the same name already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Propagation:
  
  If you find a duplicate propagation definition, you can either modify it to meet your requirements or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  Ensure that the propagation names are unique to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the component to ensure that there are no conflicting definitions.
  Make sure that the propagation definitions are correctly set up according to your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on propagation definitions and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the propagation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for managing propagation definitions, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for creating and maintaining propagation definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.