How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM3113 - Stock Substitution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM3 -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Stock Substitution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3113 - Stock Substitution ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3113 related to Stock Substitution typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the stock substitution process during the Capacity Planning or CTM (Capable-to-Match) run. This error indicates that the system could not find a suitable substitute for a stock item that was requested.
  Cause:
  
  No Suitable Substitute Available: The primary cause of this error is that there are no valid substitute materials defined in the system for the material in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the stock substitution settings in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up, including the substitution settings.
  Stock Availability: The stock levels of the substitute materials may not meet the requirements, leading to the inability to perform substitution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Define Substitutes: Ensure that suitable substitute materials are defined in the system. This can be done in the material master under the "Substitutes" tab.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for stock substitution in the APO system. Ensure that the relevant settings are correctly configured to allow for stock substitution.
  Review Master Data: Check the material master data for the materials involved. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the substitution indicators.
  Stock Availability Check: Verify the stock levels of the substitute materials to ensure that they are available in sufficient quantities to meet the demand.
  Run CTM Again: After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the CTM process to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CTM for running the CTM process or MM03 for checking material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on stock substitution and CTM settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/CTM3113 error message in your SAP system.