How To Fix /SAPAPO/PINV117 - Calculate &1, &2 (VCL) with non-constant Poisson distr. w. price scales

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PINV -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Calculate &1, &2 (VCL) with non-constant Poisson distr. w. price scales

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV117 - Calculate &1, &2 (VCL) with non-constant Poisson distr. w. price scales ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV117 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the calculation of planned independent requirements (PIR) using a non-constant Poisson distribution with price scales. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the configuration of the planning book, the data in the master data, or the settings in the planning area.
  Cause:
  
  Data Issues: The error may be caused by missing or incorrect data in the master data, such as the product master or location master.
  Configuration Issues: The planning book or the key figures may not be correctly configured to handle non-constant Poisson distributions.
  Price Scales: If the price scales are not set up correctly or if there are inconsistencies in the pricing data, it can lead to this error.
  Statistical Key Figures: The statistical key figures used for the calculation may not be defined or may have invalid values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (product, location, etc.) is complete and accurate. Look for any missing values or inconsistencies.
  Review Planning Book Configuration: Verify that the planning book is correctly configured to handle non-constant Poisson distributions. Check the key figures and their settings.
  Validate Price Scales: Ensure that the price scales are correctly defined and that there are no gaps or inconsistencies in the pricing data.
  Examine Statistical Key Figures: Check the statistical key figures used in the calculation. Make sure they are defined and contain valid data.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use the consistency check tools available in SAP APO to identify any issues in the planning area or planning book.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book configuration) and /SAPAPO/MC73 (for key figure settings).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who specializes in APO.