How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER231 - PPM/PDS &1 without setup key uses resources with setup matrixes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: PPM/PDS &1 without setup key uses resources with setup matrixes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER231 - PPM/PDS &1 without setup key uses resources with setup matrixes ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER231 indicates that there is an issue with the Production Planning (PP) Optimizer in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that a Production Planning Model (PPM) or a Product Data Structure (PDS) is using resources that have setup matrices defined, but the PPM or PDS does not have a corresponding setup key defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Setup Key: The PPM or PDS is configured to use resources that require setup matrices, but the setup key is not defined in the PPM/PDS.
  Resource Configuration: The resources associated with the PPM/PDS are set up to require setup times or matrices, which are not being utilized correctly in the planning model.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the resources, PPM, or PDS that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Define Setup Key: Ensure that the PPM or PDS has a valid setup key defined. This can be done in the SAP APO system by navigating to the relevant PPM or PDS and assigning the appropriate setup key.
  Check Resource Configuration: Review the configuration of the resources used in the PPM/PDS. Make sure that the setup matrices are correctly defined and that the resources are set up to use them.
  Review Setup Matrix: If the setup matrix is not needed for the specific PPM/PDS, consider removing the setup matrix from the resource configuration.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the PPM/PDS and the associated resources to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on how to configure setup keys and matrices in APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PPM or /SAPAPO/PDS to access and modify the PPM or PDS settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on setup keys and matrices.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the setup key and ensuring that the resource configurations are consistent, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.