How To Fix CO207 - No suitable alternative found for lot size & date &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 207

• Message text: No suitable alternative found for lot size & date &

What causes this issue?

No routing exists for the date and lot size you
have entered.

System Response

The system lists all routings for the material.

How to fix this error?

Select a routing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO207 - No suitable alternative found for lot size & date & ?

  The SAP error message CO207 "No suitable alternative found for lot size & date &" typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production orders, material requirements planning (MRP), or when trying to create a production order for a specific lot size and date.
  Cause:
  
  Lot Size Configuration: The system cannot find a suitable alternative for the specified lot size. This could be due to the absence of a valid production version or recipe that matches the required lot size.
  Material Availability: The required materials may not be available in the specified lot size or may not be planned for production on the specified date.
  Production Versions: There may be no production versions defined for the material that match the specified criteria (lot size, date).
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not be set correctly, leading to the system being unable to find a suitable alternative.
  Date Constraints: The specified date may fall outside the valid production period for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Versions: Verify that the production versions for the material are correctly defined and include the required lot sizes. You can do this by navigating to the material master (transaction MM03) and checking the production version tab.
  Adjust Lot Size: If possible, try adjusting the lot size to one that is available in the system. This can be done in the production order or MRP settings.
  Review Material Availability: Ensure that the necessary materials are available for the specified lot size and date. You can check this using transaction MD04 (Stock/Requirements List).
  Check Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters for the material in the material master (transaction MM02) to ensure they are set correctly.
  Change Date: If the specified date is not valid, consider changing it to a date that falls within the production period for the material.
  Consult with Production Planning Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your production planning team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and control for more insights into managing lot sizes and production versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CO207 error and implement a suitable solution.