How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM3104 - Order start on &1 at the latest because of &2

/SAPAPO/CTM3104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM3 -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Order start on &1 at the latest because of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3104 - Order start on &1 at the latest because of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3104 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error indicates that there is a scheduling issue with an order, specifically that the order cannot start at the specified time due to constraints or resource availability.
  
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/CTM3104 is triggered when:
  
  The order's start time is constrained by the availability of resources (e.g., machines, labor).
  There are conflicting orders or production schedules that prevent the order from starting at the desired time.
  The order's lead time or processing time exceeds the available time slots for the resources.
  There may be dependencies or prerequisites that have not been met for the order to start.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Availability: 
  
  Review the availability of the resources required for the order. Ensure that the resources are not overbooked or constrained by other orders.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scheduling Parameters:
  
  Modify the scheduling parameters