How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU124 - Characteristics of active POS &1 must not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Characteristics of active POS &1 must not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU124 - Characteristics of active POS &1 must not be changed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU124 indicates that there is an attempt to change the characteristics of an active Product Structure (POS) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when you try to modify attributes of a product structure that is currently in use or active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Active Product Structure: The product structure (POS) you are trying to modify is currently active, meaning it is being used in planning or production processes.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in planning and execution processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate the Product Structure: If you need to make changes to the characteristics of the product structure, you must first deactivate it. This can usually be done in the product structure management area of SAP APO.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRUCT) and find the product structure.
  Deactivate the structure if possible.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or active processes that rely on the product structure. If there are, you may need to wait until those processes are completed or find a way to safely deactivate the structure.
  
  
  Create a New Version: If deactivating is not an option, consider creating a new version of the product structure with the desired changes. This allows you to maintain the existing structure while implementing the new one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP APO, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for managing product structures, such as /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRUCT.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to product structures in the system.
  Testing Changes: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and make the necessary changes to your product structure in SAP APO.