How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB082 - Product consolidation skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB -

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Product consolidation skipped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB082 - Product consolidation skipped ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB082 Product consolidation skipped typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the product consolidation process. This process is used to consolidate product data for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the product consolidation process was not executed for certain products. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the products (like product master, location master, etc.) may be incomplete or missing.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the consolidation from being completed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for product consolidation may not be set up correctly.
  Product Status: The product may be in a status that does not allow for consolidation (e.g., inactive or blocked).
  Planning Area Issues: The planning area may not be correctly defined or may not include the products in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data for the products is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking the product master data and any related data (like location or customer data).
  
  
  Review Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like /SCMB/MC_PB01 to check for inconsistencies in the data. Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  Verify Configuration: Review the configuration settings for product consolidation in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Check Product Status: Verify the status of the products involved. If they are inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate or unblock them.
  
  
  Planning Area Review: Ensure that the planning area includes the products you are trying to consolidate. You may need to adjust the planning area settings.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the consolidation was skipped.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to product consolidation for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/MC_PB01 for product consolidation and /SCMB/MC_PB02 for monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.