How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL211 - Consumption period (&1) starts after planning horizon (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Consumption period (&1) starts after planning horizon (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL211 - Consumption period (&1) starts after planning horizon (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL211 indicates that there is a mismatch between the consumption period defined for a product and the planning horizon set in the system. Specifically, the error states that the consumption period starts after the planning horizon, which means that the system is unable to process the consumption of stock for the specified period because it falls outside the defined planning horizon.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The consumption period for the product is set to start after the planning horizon, which is not allowed.
  Planning Horizon Settings: The planning horizon may be set too short, not allowing for the consumption period to be accommodated.
  Master Data Settings: The product master data or the planning book settings may have incorrect values for the consumption period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust the Consumption Period:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP APO and check the settings for the consumption period.
  Ensure that the consumption period starts before or within the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Modify the Planning Horizon:
  
  If the consumption period is correct and needs to remain as is, consider extending the planning horizon in the relevant settings.
  This can typically be done in the planning book or in the configuration settings for the planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data for any inconsistencies or incorrect settings related to the consumption period.
  Ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring consumption periods and planning horizons.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book settings) or /SAPAPO/DP (for demand planning) to access relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By addressing the configuration of the consumption period and the planning horizon, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure proper planning and consumption processes in SAP APO.