How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP154 - Create remain. req. according to InC not poss.; InC MD not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Create remain. req. according to InC not poss.; InC MD not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP154 - Create remain. req. according to InC not poss.; InC MD not activated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP154 indicates that there is an issue with creating a remaining requirement due to the Inbound Confirmation (InC) not being activated in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks.
  Cause:
  
  Inbound Confirmation Not Activated: The error suggests that the Inbound Confirmation (InC) functionality is not activated for the material or the planning area you are working with. This means that the system cannot process the confirmation of incoming goods or production orders as expected.
  Master Data Settings: The master data for the material may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to the ATP settings.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be configured to handle Inbound Confirmations, or the necessary settings for the InC process are missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Inbound Confirmation:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP APO and ensure that the Inbound Confirmation functionality is activated for the relevant planning area.
  This can typically be done in the SAP APO system under the configuration settings for the specific planning area.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data settings for the material in question. Ensure that the ATP settings are correctly configured and that the material is set up to allow for Inbound Confirmations.
  Check the material type and ensure it is compatible with the InC process.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the planning area you are using is correctly set up to handle Inbound Confirmations. This may involve checking the configuration of the planning area and ensuring that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on how to activate Inbound Confirmation and configure the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the Inbound Confirmation process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring Inbound Confirmations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to APO and Inbound Confirmation, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning area configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP APO for further assistance.