How To Fix APO_BAPI_SPP042 - No valid source of supply found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI_SPP - Messages in SPP BAPIs

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No valid source of supply found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP042 - No valid source of supply found ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP042: No valid source of supply found typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid source of supply for a specific product or location during planning processes, such as Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Production Planning.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like material master, vendor master, or source list) may not be properly maintained or may be missing.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product or location may not be set correctly, leading to the system not being able to identify valid sources.
  Source of Supply Not Active: The source of supply (like a vendor or production plant) may not be active or may not be valid for the planning horizon.
  Location or Product Not Assigned: The product may not be assigned to the location in the planning book or may not have a