How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP621 - Maximum confirmation must be larger than the minimum confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP -

• Message number: 621

• Message text: Maximum confirmation must be larger than the minimum confirmation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP621 - Maximum confirmation must be larger than the minimum confirmation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP621 indicates that there is an issue with the confirmation settings in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically related to the Available-to-Promise (ATP) check. The error message states that the maximum confirmation must be larger than the minimum confirmation, which means that the system has detected a configuration or data inconsistency in the confirmation settings for a particular order or product.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum confirmation quantity is set to a value that is less than or equal to the minimum confirmation quantity in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: During the order creation or planning process, the user may have entered conflicting values for minimum and maximum confirmation quantities.
  Master Data Settings: The product master data or the location product master data may have incorrect settings for the confirmation quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ATP check in the APO system.
  Verify the settings for minimum and maximum confirmation quantities. Ensure that the maximum confirmation is greater than the minimum confirmation.
  
  
  
  Review Order Data:
  
  Check the specific order or planning order that triggered the error.
  Look at the confirmation settings for that order and ensure that the values are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Review the product master data and location product master data.
  Ensure that the minimum and maximum confirmation quantities are set correctly and that the maximum is greater than the minimum.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the ATP check again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/ATC for checking ATP settings or /SAPAPO/MDP for master data settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the confirmation settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP621 error message.