How To Fix VMP_MSG162 - Planning scope data inconsistency; records will be updated in background

VMP_MSG162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Planning scope data inconsistency; records will be updated in background

What causes this issue?

You have migrated to the current version of Visual Manufacturing
Planner.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Update the existing planning scope data of the previous version.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG162 - Planning scope data inconsistency; records will be updated in background ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG162 indicates that there is a data inconsistency in the planning scope, which can occur during the planning process in SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or similar planning applications. This inconsistency can arise from various reasons, such as missing or incorrect data in the planning area, issues with master data, or problems with the configuration of the planning scope.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be discrepancies in the data that the planning scope relies on, such as missing key figures or incorrect master data.
  
  Configuration Issues: The planning scope may not be correctly configured, leading to inconsistencies in how data is processed.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the master data (e.g., material master, location master) can lead to inconsistencies in planning.
  Background Processing: The system may be attempting to resolve the inconsistency in the background, which can lead to temporary issues until the background job completes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Planning Area Configuration: