How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES140 - This field is not used in model mix planning

/SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: This field is not used in model mix planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES140 - This field is not used in model mix planning ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES140 indicates that a specific field is not utilized in the context of model mix planning within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a field that is not relevant or not configured for the model mix planning process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question may not be configured correctly in the model mix planning settings. This could be due to a missing or incorrect configuration in the planning model.
  Data Entry: The user may be trying to enter data into a field that is not applicable for the current planning scenario or model.
  Version Compatibility: The error may also occur if there are discrepancies between the version of the planning model being used and the fields that are available or expected in that version.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the model mix planning settings in the