How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV150 - Base Unit of succ. prod. &1 (&2) is different from pred. prod. &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV -

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Base Unit of succ. prod. &1 (&2) is different from pred. prod. &3 (&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV150 - Base Unit of succ. prod. &1 (&2) is different from pred. prod. &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM_GEN_SRV150 indicates a mismatch in the base units of measure between a successor product and its predecessor product in the context of product substitution or product changeover in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises during the planning or execution of processes that involve product transitions, such as when a new product is introduced to replace an existing one.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The base unit of measure (UoM) for the successor product (&1) is different from that of the predecessor product (&3).
  This discrepancy can lead to issues in planning, inventory management, and production processes, as the system expects the units to be consistent for accurate calculations and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data for both the successor and predecessor products.
  Verify the base unit of measure for both products. You can do this in the transaction code MM03 (Display Material) or C223 (Display Product).
  
  
  
  Align Base Units of Measure:
  
  If the base units of measure are indeed different and should be the same, you may need to change the base unit of measure for one of the products to match the other.
  This can be done in the product master data using transaction MM02 (Change Material) or C222 (Change Product).
  
  
  
  Review Product Substitution Settings:
  
  Check the product substitution settings in the APO system to ensure that the configuration is correct and that the products are set up properly for substitution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by SAP regarding product transitions and base unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the planning processes work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  C223: Display Product
  C222: Change Product
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Review the SAP Help Portal for information on product master data management and unit of measure settings.
  
  
  
  Consulting with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By ensuring that the base units of measure are consistent between the predecessor and successor products, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your planning processes in SAP APO.