How To Fix /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL053 - Selection table '&' is inconsistent (regeneration required)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Selection table '&' is inconsistent (regeneration required)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL053 - Selection table '&' is inconsistent (regeneration required) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL053 Selection table '&' is inconsistent (regeneration required) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with selection tables used in planning functions or heuristics.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the selection table specified (denoted by '&') has become inconsistent. This inconsistency can arise due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Changes in the underlying data model or master data that the selection table relies on.
  Modifications to the selection criteria or structure of the selection table without regenerating it.
  Issues during the transport of selection tables between different SAP systems.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you will need to regenerate the selection table. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Selection Table:
  
  Go to transaction code /SAPAPO/MCPSH in the SAP GUI.
  Enter the name of the selection table that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Selection Table:
  
  Once you have accessed the selection table, look for an option to regenerate it. This is usually found in the menu under "Utilities" or "Regenerate."
  Follow the prompts to regenerate the selection table.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After regeneration, check if there are any errors or warnings during the process. If there are, address them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test the Planning Function:
  
  After regeneration, test the planning function or heuristic that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the inconsistency arose due to a transport issue, ensure that the selection table is correctly transported across systems and that all dependencies are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on selection tables and their configuration in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the inconsistency in the selection table and eliminate the error message.