/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP513 - Inconsistent cost function &1 ignored

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP -

• Message number: 513

• Message text: Inconsistent cost function &1 ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP513 - Inconsistent cost function &1 ignored ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP513 Inconsistent cost function &1 ignored typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an inconsistency in the cost function that is being used for planning or optimization. This error indicates that the system has encountered a cost function that does not meet the required criteria or is not properly defined, leading to it being ignored during the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Cost Function Definition: The cost function referenced by &1 may not be correctly defined in the system. This could be due to missing parameters, incorrect settings, or a misconfiguration.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the cost function relies on, such as missing or incorrect master data (e.g., transportation lanes, conditions, etc.).
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the cost function, the system may be trying to use an outdated or incorrect version.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified cost function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the cost function in SAP TM.
  Ensure that all required parameters are correctly defined and that there are no missing values.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the cost function, such as transportation lanes, conditions, and other relevant data.
  Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Versions:
  
  If applicable, check if there are multiple versions of the cost function and ensure that the correct version is being used in the planning process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the planning has the necessary authorizations to access and use the cost function.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the cost function and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to gather more information about why the cost function is being ignored.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN for planning or /SCMTMS/OPT for optimization to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_APP513.