How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL214 - Consumption by user exit switched off (for confirmation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Consumption by user exit switched off (for confirmation)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL214 - Consumption by user exit switched off (for confirmation) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL214 indicates that consumption by user exit has been switched off for confirmation in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically in the context of Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks. This message typically arises when the system is configured to not allow certain types of consumption logic during the ATP process.
  Cause:
  
  User Exit Configuration: The user exit responsible for handling consumption logic may be disabled or not implemented. This can happen if the system is set up to bypass certain checks or if the user exit is not activated.
  Settings in APO: The settings in the APO system may not allow for consumption logic to be applied during the ATP check. This could be due to specific configuration settings in the APO system.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data that prevent the consumption logic from being applied correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Exit Implementation: Verify if the user exit for consumption is implemented and active. You can check this in the transaction code CMOD or SMOD to see if the relevant user exit is available and correctly configured.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go to the APO configuration settings and ensure that the consumption logic is enabled. This can typically be found in the configuration for the ATP check or in the settings for the specific planning area.
  Adjust Master Data: Ensure that the master data (like product master, location, etc.) is correctly set up to allow for consumption. Check if there are any inconsistencies or missing data that could affect the ATP process.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to ATP and consumption logic to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the ATP process to identify where the consumption logic is being bypassed or failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring user exits for ATP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP APO and ATP to better understand how consumption logic is supposed to work and how to configure it properly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to enable consumption by user exit for confirmations in your SAP APO system.