How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01404 - Location-dependent references use different classes

/SAPAPO/MC01404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Location-dependent references use different classes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01404 - Location-dependent references use different classes ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01404 indicates that there is an issue with location-dependent references in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it suggests that the system has encountered a situation where location-dependent references are using different classes, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios where:
  
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data for location-dependent references (like products, resources, or locations) is inconsistent. For example, if a product is assigned to multiple locations but has different classes or characteristics in those locations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that lead to the misalignment of classes for location-dependent references.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes to the master data, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the affected products and locations. Ensure that the