How To Fix UPC_FW017 - Planning level &1 is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Planning level &1 is not consistent

What causes this issue?

Planning level &V1& is not consistent. For example, characteristics or
key figures may have been deleted in the planning area even though they
are still used in the planning level. Another reason could also be non
valid values of variables which are used in the level.

How to fix this error?

If you change the planning level, the system attempts to solve the
inconsistencies.
In the case that the cause of the inconsistency is one or several
variables, the system does not remove the problem. For this reason, if
no inconsistencies are found in the change mode and you get this error
message (for example, at the start of manual planning) the problem is
not the variables (since in the maintenance of levels, the variables
are not replaced, the system does not find the potentially not valid
variable values). Then have a look which variables are used in the
level and check the selection conditions of the variables.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW017 - Planning level &1 is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW017, which states "Planning level &1 is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the planning level defined in your planning model or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Planning Levels: The planning level specified in your planning model does not match the data or configuration in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect master data, or the planning level may not be properly defined in the planning area.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity, such as missing key figures or attributes that are required for the planning level.
  Configuration Errors: The planning level may not be correctly set up in the configuration settings of the planning area or model.
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of planning data, there may be inconsistencies between them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Level Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning level in the planning area. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that all necessary attributes and key figures are included.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and consistent. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect the planning level.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  Review Version Settings: If applicable, check the version settings to ensure that the planning level is consistent across different versions of the data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning level configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP IBP or APO to better understand planning levels and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the UPC_FW017 error message.