How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNPOPT161 - No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNPOPT -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT161 - No fixed consumption of resource &2 by production process model/PDS &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT161 indicates that there is no fixed consumption of a resource by a production process model (PDS) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to optimize production planning but cannot find the necessary resource consumption data for the specified PDS.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Resource Consumption Data: The production process model (PDS) does not have fixed consumption defined for the specified resource.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the PDS or the resource may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of fixed consumption.
  Resource Not Assigned: The resource may not be properly assigned to the PDS, or the assignment may be inactive.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the PDS or the resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PDS Configuration:
  
  Go to the PDS in the APO system and check the configuration for the production process model.
  Ensure that the resource is correctly assigned and that fixed consumption is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Fixed Consumption:
  
  If fixed consumption is not defined, you need to define it for the resource in the PDS.
  Navigate to the PDS in the APO system and add the necessary fixed consumption values for the resource.
  
  
  
  Verify Resource Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the resource is assigned to the PDS and that the assignment is active.
  Check the resource master data to confirm that it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any inconsistencies in the master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring PDS and resource consumption.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning run again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PDS to access and modify PDS settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  APO Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the master data setup in APO, including PDS, resources, and their relationships.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on APO configuration to better understand how to manage PDS and resource consumption.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your production planning runs smoothly.