How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM2418 - ...Number of deleted planned orders: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM2 -

• Message number: 418

• Message text: ...Number of deleted planned orders: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM2418 - ...Number of deleted planned orders: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM2418 typically indicates that a certain number of planned orders have been deleted during the execution of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system's Capable-to-Match (CTM) process. The message format usually includes a placeholder for the number of planned orders that were deleted, represented by &1.
  Cause:
  The deletion of planned orders can occur for several reasons, including:
  
  Capacity Constraints: The CTM process may determine that certain planned orders cannot be fulfilled due to capacity constraints in production resources.
  Material Availability: If materials required for the planned orders are not available, the system may delete those orders to optimize the planning process.
  Changes in Demand: If there are changes in demand or sales orders, the CTM process may adjust the planned orders accordingly, leading to deletions.
  Configuration Settings: Certain settings in the CTM configuration may lead to the automatic deletion of planned orders based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To address the issue indicated by this error message, consider the following steps:
  
  Review CTM Settings: Check the configuration settings for the CTM process to ensure they align with your planning requirements. Look for settings related to order deletion criteria.
  Analyze Capacity and Material Availability: Investigate the capacity of production resources and the availability of materials. Ensure that there are no constraints that would lead to the deletion of planned orders.
  Check Demand Changes: Review any recent changes in demand or sales orders that may have impacted the planned orders. Adjust the planning parameters if necessary.
  Monitor Logs: Check the CTM logs for more detailed information about why specific planned orders were deleted. This can provide insights into the underlying issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the CTM process for additional guidance on handling planned order deletions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the /SAPAPO/CTM2418 message for any known issues or patches.
  CTM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the CTM configuration in SAP APO, including settings for order prioritization, capacity planning, and material availability checks.
  Training and Support: If necessary, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for assistance in resolving the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the planned order deletions and implement appropriate solutions to mitigate the issue.