How To Fix MD095 - Discontinued parts not possible. Discontinuation is controlled by SAP APO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Discontinued parts not possible. Discontinuation is controlled by SAP APO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD095 - Discontinued parts not possible. Discontinuation is controlled by SAP APO ?

  The SAP error message MD095, which states "Discontinued parts not possible. Discontinuation is controlled by SAP APO," typically occurs in the context of materials management and production planning within SAP systems, particularly when using SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  Discontinued Material: The error indicates that the material in question has been marked as discontinued in the system. This means that the material is no longer available for planning or procurement.
  APO Control: The discontinuation of materials is managed through SAP APO, which means that the settings and configurations in APO are influencing the availability and planning of the material.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the master data related to the material, such as incorrect status settings or missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master record. Ensure that it is not set to "discontinued" if it is still needed for planning.
  Review APO Settings: Check the APO settings related to the material. Ensure that the discontinuation settings are correctly configured and that the material is not inadvertently marked as discontinued.
  Update Master Data: If the material should not be discontinued, update the material master data to reflect its correct status. This may involve changing the discontinuation date or removing the discontinuation flag.
  Consult with APO Team: If you are not familiar with the APO settings, consult with your SAP APO team or a functional consultant who can help you navigate the APO configuration and resolve the issue.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked materials that might be causing the discontinuation status to be applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Record: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its status, procurement type, and planning parameters.
  APO Configuration: SAP APO has specific configuration settings that control how materials are planned and managed, including settings for discontinuation.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and /SAPAPO/MDP (APO Planning) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on managing material discontinuation in both SAP ERP and SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MD095 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.