How To Fix VMP_MSG317 - Assembly is consumed in related planning scope,load as context possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Assembly is consumed in related planning scope,load as context possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG317 - Assembly is consumed in related planning scope,load as context possible ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VMP_MSG317: Assembly is consumed in related planning scope, load as context possible
  
  Cause
  This message typically occurs in the context of Variant Configuration (VC) and Production Planning (PP), especially when working with planning scopes in SAP. The error indicates that the assembly (a configurable material or product) you are trying to plan or process is already consumed or used within a related planning scope.
  In other words, the system detects that the assembly is part of another planning scope or planning context, and therefore, it cannot be planned independently or in the current scope without considering its usage in the related scope.
  This often happens when:
  
  The assembly is included in multiple planning scopes or planning versions.
  There is an overlap or dependency between planning scopes.
  The system tries to plan an assembly that is already planned or consumed in a related scope, which could lead to inconsistencies or double planning.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  Planning Scope: A planning scope defines the boundaries or context for planning activities, such as a plant, production line, or product group.
  Assembly Consumed: The assembly is already allocated or planned within a related scope.
  Load as Context Possible: The system suggests that instead of planning the assembly independently, you can load it as a context (i.e., consider it as part of the existing planning scope or context).
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve
  
  
  Check Planning Scopes and Versions:
  
  Review the planning scopes and versions where the assembly is used.
  Identify if the assembly is planned in multiple scopes that overlap or are related.
  
  
  
  Load Assembly as Context:
  
  Instead of planning the assembly independently, load it as a context in the related planning scope.
  This means you use the assembly's existing planning data as a reference or context, avoiding duplication.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Scope:
  
  Modify the planning scope to avoid overlapping or conflicting usage of the assembly.
  Ensure that the assembly is planned in only one relevant scope or that scopes are clearly separated.
  
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration Settings:
  
  If the assembly is a configurable product, verify the variant configuration settings.
  Ensure that the planning version and scope are correctly maintained for configurable materials.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to VMP_MSG317 for any patches or detailed explanations.
  Sometimes, specific SAP versions or patches address related issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V_MP_SCOPE - Maintain Planning Scopes
  V_MP_VER - Maintain Planning Versions
  V_MP_PLAN - Planning in Variant Configuration
  CKM3 - Material Costing (to check assembly cost and planning data)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules Involved:
  
  Variant Configuration (LO-VC)
  Production Planning (PP)
  Demand Management (SD-DM)
  
  
  
  SAP Help / Documentation:
  
  Variant Configuration and Planning Scopes documentation in SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Notes related to Variant Configuration and Planning Scopes.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Assembly is already consumed/planned in a related planning scope, causing conflict.
  
  
  Effect
  Cannot plan assembly independently in the current scope without considering related scope.
  
  
  Solution
  Load assembly as context in related scope or adjust planning scopes to avoid overlap.
  
  
  Related Info
  Check planning scopes, versions, variant configuration settings, and SAP Notes for details.
  
  
  
  
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