How To Fix /SAPAPO/PINV086 - Inconsistent sub-BOD: child is stocked while parent is not (&1, &2, &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PINV -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Inconsistent sub-BOD: child is stocked while parent is not (&1, &2, &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV086 - Inconsistent sub-BOD: child is stocked while parent is not (&1, &2, &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV086 indicates an inconsistency in the planning data related to the Bill of Distribution (BOD) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, this error occurs when a child product (sub-BOD) is stocked, but its parent product is not stocked. This inconsistency can lead to issues in planning and inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Configuration Issues: The parent-child relationship in the product hierarchy is not correctly defined, leading to inconsistencies in stock status.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the parent or child product may not be set up correctly, such as incorrect settings for stocking or non-stocking items.
  Planning Data Issues: The planning data for the parent product may not reflect the correct stock status, leading to discrepancies with the child product.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise if the relationships between parent and child products were not maintained correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for both the parent and child products in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the stocking status is correctly defined for both products.
  
  
  
  Review BOD Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the Bill of Distribution (BOD) to ensure that the parent-child relationships are correctly set up.
  Make sure that the parent product is marked as stocked if the child product is stocked.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Data:
  
  If necessary, adjust the planning data for the parent product to reflect the correct stock status.
  You may need to run planning runs or re-evaluate the planning data to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for checking the planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking the master data) to identify inconsistencies.
  Perform a consistency check to identify any other related issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for checking master data and planning data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in planning and inventory management are trained on the importance of maintaining consistent master data and understanding the implications of parent-child relationships in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the /SAPAPO/PINV086 error message.