How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP233 - Predecessor &1 unit &2 and successor &3 unit &4 have different dimensions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Predecessor &1 unit &2 and successor &3 unit &4 have different dimensions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP233 - Predecessor &1 unit &2 and successor &3 unit &4 have different dimensions ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP233 indicates that there is a mismatch in the dimensions of the predecessor and successor products in the context of the Production Data Repository (PDR) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises during planning activities, such as when trying to create or adjust production orders, or during the planning run.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The predecessor product (unit &2) and the successor product (unit &4) have different units of measure or dimensions defined in the system.
  For example, if the predecessor is measured in kilograms and the successor is measured in liters, the system cannot process the relationship between these two products correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data for both the predecessor and successor products.
  Verify the units of measure (UoM) and ensure they are compatible. You can do this in the transaction code C223 (for product master) or C201 (for product hierarchy).
  
  
  
  Adjust Units of Measure:
  
  If the units of measure are indeed different, you may need to adjust one of the products to ensure they match. This could involve changing the UoM in the product master data or adjusting the production process to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Review Production Process:
  
  Check the production process and routing to ensure that the predecessor and successor are correctly defined. Make sure that the conversion factors (if any) are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues:
  
  Sometimes, configuration settings in the APO system can lead to such errors. Ensure that the configuration for the production process is correctly set up to handle the relationship between the predecessor and successor.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to this error message for additional insights or specific instructions based on your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223, C201, and C202 for product master data and routing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/PDRP233.