How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP571 - Only existing SAP standard ATP categories may be referenced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Only existing SAP standard ATP categories may be referenced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP571 - Only existing SAP standard ATP categories may be referenced ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP571 indicates that there is an issue with the ATP (Available-to-Promise) category being referenced in your system. This error typically arises when a non-standard ATP category is being used in a context where only standard ATP categories are allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Standard ATP Category: The ATP category being referenced in your configuration or transaction is not one of the standard ATP categories defined in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to ATP categories in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might be referencing an ATP category that is not recognized as standard.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ATP Categories: Verify the ATP categories being used in your configuration. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/ATPC to view and manage ATP categories.
  Ensure that the ATP category you are trying to use is listed as a standard category.
  
  
  
  Use Standard ATP Categories: If you are using a custom ATP category, consider switching to a standard ATP category that meets your business requirements.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there is custom code or enhancements that reference ATP categories, review this code to ensure it is using valid standard categories.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on ATP categories and their usage.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ATP Categories: ATP categories are used in SAP to define how availability checks are performed. They determine the rules for checking stock availability and can be customized based on business needs.
  Standard ATP Categories: These are predefined categories provided by SAP that are typically used for standard availability checks. Examples include categories for finished goods, raw materials, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ATPC for managing ATP categories and /SAPAPO/ATP for availability checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.