How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1304 - No source of supply was found for product &1 at location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: No source of supply was found for product &1 at location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1304 - No source of supply was found for product &1 at location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1304 No source of supply was found for product &1 at location &2 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid source of supply for a specific product at a designated location during the planning process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The product or location may not have the necessary master data set up, such as sourcing information, vendor assignments, or stock levels.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product or location may not be correctly configured, leading to the system not being able to identify a valid source of supply.
  Stock Availability: There may be no available stock for the product at the specified location, or the stock may be reserved for other purposes.
  Sourcing Strategy: The sourcing strategy for the product may not be defined correctly, or there may be restrictions that prevent the system from selecting a source.
  Time Period Issues: The planning horizon may not include the time period for which the supply is being requested, leading to no valid sources being found.
  Product Lifecycle: The product may be in a phase where it is not available for sourcing (e.g., discontinued or not yet launched).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the product and location have the necessary master data set up, including sourcing information and vendor assignments.
  Review Planning Parameters: Verify that the planning parameters for the product and location are correctly configured in the system.
  Check Stock Levels: Look at the stock levels for the product at the specified location to ensure there is available inventory.
  Examine Sourcing Strategy: Review the sourcing strategy for the product to ensure it is correctly defined and that there are no restrictions preventing sourcing.
  Adjust Planning Horizon: Make sure that the planning horizon includes the relevant time period for the supply request.
  Product Status: Check the product's lifecycle status to ensure it is available for sourcing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CTM for the CTM (Capable-to-Match) planning run or /SAPAPO/MAT1 for material master data maintenance.
  Logs and Messages: Review the logs and messages generated during the planning run for additional context on the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring sourcing and planning parameters.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.