How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER131 - Setup group/key &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Setup group/key &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER131 - Setup group/key &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER131 indicates that there is an issue with the setup group or key that is being referenced in the context of the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the message states that the setup group or key does not exist, which can lead to problems in planning and scheduling processes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Setup Group/Key: The setup group or key specified in the system does not exist in the database. This could be due to a typo, incorrect configuration, or the setup group not being created.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the configuration, the setup group may not have been properly transferred or created.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like resources, products, or production versions) may not be correctly set up or may be missing the necessary links to the setup group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Setup Group/Key: Check the setup group or key that is being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP APO (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/PPM or similar) and checking the setup groups.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct Setup Group: If the setup group does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is incorrectly configured, you may need to correct it.
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/PPM to create or modify setup groups as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is correctly set up and linked to the setup group. This includes checking resources, products, and production versions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setup groups and their configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PPM for setup group maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for SAP APO and PP/DS to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.