How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1367 - Fixed lot size for product &1, location &2 is lower than standard value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 367

• Message text: Fixed lot size for product &1, location &2 is lower than standard value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1367 - Fixed lot size for product &1, location &2 is lower than standard value ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1367 indicates that there is a fixed lot size defined for a product at a specific location that is lower than the standard value expected by the system. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with production planning and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Lot Size Configuration: The fixed lot size for the product at the specified location is set to a value that is less than the minimum or standard lot size required for production or procurement.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or incorrect settings in the master data for the product or location, such as the lot size settings in the material master or the production version.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters defined in the APO system may not align with the fixed lot size settings, leading to conflicts during the planning run.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Fixed Lot Size: Check the fixed lot size settings for the product and location in the material master or the relevant planning object. Ensure that the fixed lot size is set to a value that meets or exceeds the standard value required by the system.
  
  Navigate to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  
  
  Adjust Standard Values: If the fixed lot size is correct but the standard value is too high, consider adjusting the standard value in the configuration settings or master data.
  Check Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters in the APO system to ensure they are correctly set up and aligned with the fixed lot size.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring lot sizes and understanding the implications of fixed lot sizes in planning.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test planning run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lot Size Types: Understand the different types of lot sizes in SAP (e.g., fixed, variable, minimum, maximum) and how they interact with each other.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP APO related to production planning, including the settings for lot sizes and planning strategies.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that master data is regularly reviewed and maintained to prevent inconsistencies that could lead to errors during planning runs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.