How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT321 - Resource &1: Demand from order &2 does not equal 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT -

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Resource &1: Demand from order &2 does not equal 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT321 - Resource &1: Demand from order &2 does not equal 1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT321 indicates a discrepancy in the demand from a specific order for a resource in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. The message states that the demand from the order does not equal 1, which can lead to issues in planning and scheduling.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Order Quantity: The order quantity for the specific order does not match the expected demand for the resource. For example, if the system expects a demand of 1 unit but the order specifies a different quantity, this error will be triggered.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that are not aligned with the order management settings in the SAP ERP system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to mismatches in demand calculations.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be correctly set up or may not reflect the current state of orders and resources.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Quantity: Review the order associated with the error message (order &2) and verify that the quantity matches the expected demand for the resource (&1). If the quantity is incorrect, adjust it accordingly.
  
  
  Review Resource Settings: Check the resource configuration in the APO system to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the demand from the orders.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data (e.g., product master, resource master) is consistent and correctly configured. Look for any discrepancies that might affect demand calculations.
  
  
  Check Planning Version: Make sure that the correct planning version is being used and that it is up to date with the latest data.
  
  
  Re-run Planning: After making any necessary adjustments, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/CDPS (for detailed scheduling) to analyze and adjust the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT321.