How To Fix /SAPAPO/SEQ055 - Optimization terminated due to inconsistencies. See log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SEQ -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Optimization terminated due to inconsistencies. See log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ055 - Optimization terminated due to inconsistencies. See log ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ055 Optimization terminated due to inconsistencies. See log typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the optimization process encounters data inconsistencies that prevent it from completing successfully. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The most common cause is inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data. This could include:
  
  Missing or incorrect product master data.
  Inconsistent planning data (e.g., demand, supply, or resource data).
  Conflicting data in the planning books or data views.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to optimization problems. This includes settings related to planning areas, key figures, or planning versions.
  
  
  Resource Constraints: If the optimization process cannot find a feasible solution due to resource constraints (e.g., capacity issues), it may terminate with this error.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If there are issues with the planning version being used (e.g., it is not active or has been deleted), this can also lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Log: The first step is to check the detailed log associated with the error. This log will provide specific information about what inconsistencies were detected. You can access the log through transaction /SAPAPO/SEQ or by checking the relevant application logs.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., product, location, resource) is complete and accurate. Look for missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Planning Data: Check the planning data for inconsistencies. This includes verifying demand and supply data, as well as any constraints that may be defined.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings for the planning area, key figures, and planning versions are correctly defined.
  
  
  Resource Availability: Check the availability of resources and ensure that there are no capacity constraints that would prevent the optimization from finding a feasible solution.
  
  
  Re-run the Optimization: After addressing the identified issues, re-run the optimization process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SEQ for sequence management and /SAPAPO/OM for master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for APO optimization processes to understand the requirements and constraints that may affect optimization.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.