How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER161 - No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER161 - No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER161 indicates that there is an issue with the fixed consumption of a resource in the Production Process Model (PDS) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find a fixed consumption setting for the specified resource in the PDS.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fixed Consumption Data: The resource specified in the error message does not have fixed consumption data defined in the PDS.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the resource or the PDS may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of fixed consumption settings.
  Resource Not Assigned: The resource may not be properly assigned to the production process model or may not be available for the specific production process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the resource or PDS.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PDS Configuration:
  
  Go to the PDS in the SAP APO system and check the configuration for the resource in question.
  Ensure that fixed consumption is defined for the resource in the PDS.
  
  
  
  Define Fixed Consumption:
  
  If fixed consumption is not defined, you need to create or update the PDS to include the fixed consumption for the resource.
  This can typically be done in the transaction /SAPAPO/PDS or through the relevant master data maintenance transactions.
  
  
  
  Verify Resource Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the resource is correctly assigned to the production process model.
  Check if the resource is active and available for the production process.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the resource and the PDS to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information.
  Make sure that the resource is correctly defined in the system and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring fixed consumption in PDS.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the production planning process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PDS, /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER, and others that may be used for managing PDS and resources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER161.