How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF151 - NLQ determination failed; none of the calculation runs was successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: NLQ determination failed; none of the calculation runs was successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF151 - NLQ determination failed; none of the calculation runs was successful ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF151 NLQ determination failed; none of the calculation runs was successful typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to determine the necessary calculations for a specific planning scenario. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the planning runs.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: Missing or inconsistent master data (e.g., materials, locations, or resources) can lead to calculation failures.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect settings in the planning area or planning book can prevent successful calculations.
  Execution Errors: The planning run may have encountered errors during execution, such as timeouts or resource constraints.
  Locking Issues: If another process is locking the data required for the calculation, it may lead to failures.
  Insufficient Authorizations: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the planning run can also cause failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and consistent. Verify that materials, locations, and resources are correctly defined.
  Review Planning Area Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area and planning book to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Analyze the Planning Run Logs: Look at the logs of the planning runs to identify any specific errors or warnings that occurred during execution.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant data and resolve them if necessary.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the planning runs.
  Re-run the Calculation: After addressing any identified issues, attempt to re-run the calculation to see if the problem persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/MC_PB for planning book maintenance, /SCMB/MC_PB_LOG for viewing logs, and SM37 for checking background job logs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) for best practices in configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.