How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM542 - Zero Allowed setting is inconsistent for key figures &1, &2, &3

/SAPAPO/TSM542 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 542

• Message text: Zero Allowed setting is inconsistent for key figures &1, &2, &3

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/SAPAPO/TSM542 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM542 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the settings for key figures in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it points out that the "Zero Allowed" setting for the specified key figures is inconsistent. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during planning or when executing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency arises when the "Zero Allowed" setting for the key figures involved is not aligned. For example, if one key figure allows zero values while another does not, this can lead to conflicts during planning processes. The key figures mentioned in the error message (&1, &2, &3) are placeholders for the actual key figures that are causing the issue.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the "Zero Allowed" settings for the key figures are consistent. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify Key Figures: Note the key figures mentioned in the