Why does MBP turn itself off?

Every now and then my MBP turns itself off even when plugged into a power supply and battery power is 95% plus.
Does anybody have any ideas what's going on?
Thanks

Hi,
Settings for power adapter
Optimization: Better Energy Saving
Under Schedule nothing has been ticked.
Is my problem something to do with the battery and mains?

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