How To Fix /SCTM/BAPI053 - &1, Schedule &2: change mode for &3 and &4 inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BAPI -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: &1, Schedule &2: change mode for &3 and &4 inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI053 - &1, Schedule &2: change mode for &3 and &4 inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI053 &1, Schedule &2: change mode for &3 and &4 inconsistent typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an inconsistency in the change modes of the schedules being processed. This error is related to the Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) used for handling scheduling data.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Inconsistent Change Modes: The change modes for the schedules being processed are not compatible. For example, one schedule might be in a mode that allows changes while another is locked or in a different state.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the schedules, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to change the same schedule simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts and inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the