How To Fix /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT042 - &1 buffer entries selected in simulation; no buffer entries changed

/SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1 buffer entries selected in simulation; no buffer entries changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT042 - &1 buffer entries selected in simulation; no buffer entries changed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DDD_BUF_MAINT042 indicates that during a simulation run of the buffer maintenance process, a certain number of buffer entries were selected, but no actual changes were made to the buffer entries. This message is typically encountered in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when dealing with buffer management.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Simulation Mode: The message is generated in simulation mode, which means that the system is only simulating the changes that would be made to the buffer entries without actually applying any changes. This is a common practice to ensure that the changes are correct before executing them in a live environment.
  
  
  No Changes Required: The selected buffer entries may already be in the desired state, meaning that no updates or changes are necessary. This can happen if the buffer levels are already optimal or if the parameters set for the buffer maintenance do not require any adjustments.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There