How To Fix WRPLCHK006 - Simulation only is taking place

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRPLCHK - Retail: Replenishment

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Simulation only is taking place

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRPLCHK006 - Simulation only is taking place ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRPLCHK006: Simulation only is taking place
  
  Cause:
  This message appears during the work scheduling or production order processing in SAP when the system is running in simulation mode rather than executing actual postings or updates. In other words, the system is only simulating the process to show what would happen if the transaction were executed, but no real changes are made to the database.
  This typically happens because the user or the system has selected or defaulted to a "simulation" or "test run" mode in the transaction or report. It is a safeguard to prevent unintended postings during planning or testing phases.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During production order confirmations or scheduling runs.
  When running certain planning or scheduling transactions with the "Simulation" checkbox selected.
  When executing reports or transactions that have a simulation mode to preview results without updating data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Simulation Flag:
  
  In the transaction or report screen, look for a checkbox or option labeled "Simulation", "Test Run", or similar.
  If you want to perform actual postings or updates, uncheck this option.
  
  
  
  Execute the Transaction Without Simulation:
  
  Run the transaction again without the simulation mode enabled to perform real updates.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Sometimes, users may only have authorization to run simulations but not actual postings. Verify user authorizations if you cannot disable simulation mode.
  
  
  
  Review Process Steps:
  
  Confirm that the process you are running is intended to be executed or just simulated. For example, during planning, simulation is often the correct mode.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Examples:  
  
  COHV (Production Order Confirmation)  
  MF50 (Planning Table)  
  MF60 (Planning Table)  
  MF47 (Scheduling)  
  Other production planning and confirmation transactions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific transaction or module if the simulation mode behaves unexpectedly.
  
  
  
  Documentation:  
  
  SAP Help Portal and module-specific guides often explain the use of simulation modes in planning and confirmation transactions.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WRPLCHK006 is an informational message indicating that the system is only simulating the process.
  To perform actual postings, disable the simulation/test run option.
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to execute real postings.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this message appears, I can give more tailored advice.