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

/SCMB/MC_PB_DEF151 - Overview

• 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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/SCMB/MC_PB_DEF151 - Details

• 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