How To Fix UPF040 - Planning sequence &1 is defined recursively

UPF040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Planning sequence &1 is defined recursively

What causes this issue?

When breaking down the planning sequence, it was established that a
planning sequence contains itself.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Change the planning sequence.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UPF040 - Details

• The SAP error message UPF040 indicates that a planning sequence is defined recursively, which means that the sequence is set up in such a way that it refers back to itself, creating a loop. This can lead to infinite loops during planning runs and is not allowed in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The recursive definition typically occurs when:
  
  A planning sequence is configured to call itself directly or indirectly through other sequences.
  There are circular dependencies in the planning sequence definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPF040 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Planning Sequence Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning sequence that is causing the error.
  Check the sequence for any direct references to itself.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Look for any indirect references that may lead back to the original sequence.
  Ensure that no other planning sequences that are called within the current sequence also reference the original sequence.
  
  
  
  Modify the Sequence:
  
  If you find a recursive reference, modify the planning sequence to