How To Fix /SCMB/SE_PPDS005 - Unknown GDT value: &1

/SCMB/SE_PPDS005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SE_PPDS -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Unknown GDT value: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SE_PPDS005 - Unknown GDT value: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SE_PPDS005 Unknown GDT value: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system encounters a General Data Type (GDT) value that it does not recognize or that is not defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing GDT Definition: The GDT value referenced in the error message (&1) is not defined in the system. This could happen if the GDT was deleted or not properly configured.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing the GDT.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or other related components may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to map the GDT value.
  Transport Issues: If the GDT was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing