How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT042 - Multiple setup keys are available in PDS &1 where &2 is in use.


/SAPAPO/PPO_OPT042 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT -

  • Message number: 042

  • Message text: Multiple setup keys are available in PDS &1 where &2 is in use.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT042 - Multiple setup keys are available in PDS &1 where &2 is in use. ?
    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT042 indicates that there are multiple setup keys available in the Production Data Structure (PDS) for a specific product, and the system is unable to determine which setup key to use for the planning process. This situation typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are conflicting or overlapping setup keys defined for a product.
    
    Cause: Multiple Setup Keys: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple setup keys for the same product in the PDS. This can happen if: Different setup keys have been defined for the same product and location. The setup keys are not properly differentiated based on the criteria (e.g., resource, production version, etc.). Changes were made to the setup keys without proper adjustments in the PDS.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that lead to the system not being able to select the appropriate

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