How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1324 - Inconsistent validity period for component &1 in source of supply &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Inconsistent validity period for component &1 in source of supply &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1324 - Inconsistent validity period for component &1 in source of supply &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1324 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the validity period for a component in a source of supply. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with planning data, especially in the context of the Capacity Planning or Production Planning modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Overlapping Validity Periods: The validity periods for the component in the source of supply may overlap or conflict with each other. For example, if you have multiple sources of supply for the same component, and their validity periods do not align correctly, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration in the master data for the component or the source of supply.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data due to manual entries or data migration issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Go to the relevant master data (e.g., material master, source of supply) and check the validity periods for the component in question.
  Ensure that there are no overlapping or conflicting validity periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If you find overlapping periods, adjust them to ensure that each source of supply has a distinct and non-overlapping validity period.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the component and the source of supply to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and consistently.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CTM to access the relevant planning data and make necessary adjustments.
  You can also use transaction codes like MD04 or MD02 to check the stock/requirements situation for the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in APO, especially those related to planning and sourcing.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the /SAPAPO/CTM1324 error message.