How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM4013 - No stock found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM4 -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No stock found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4013 - No stock found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4013 No stock found typically occurs in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error indicates that the system could not find any available stock for the specified product or location during the planning run.
  Causes:
  
  No Stock Availability: The most straightforward reason is that there is no stock available for the product in the specified location.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data, such as incorrect product or location settings, can lead to this error.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters might not be set correctly, leading to the system not considering certain stocks.
  Time Period: The planning horizon may not include the time period where stock is available.
  Stock Type: The stock might be in a status that is not considered available for planning (e.g., blocked stock).
  Allocation Issues: If there are allocation strategies in place, they might be preventing stock from being allocated to the demand.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the product in the relevant location using transaction codes like MMBE or MD04 to ensure that stock is indeed available.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and location is correctly maintained. Check the material master, location master, and any relevant planning parameters.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review and adjust the planning parameters in the CTM settings to ensure that they are configured to consider the available stock.
  Check Time Period: Ensure that the planning run is set to include the time period where stock is available.
  Review Stock Types: Check if the stock is in a status that is not available for planning (e.g., blocked, restricted). If necessary, change the stock status.
  Allocation Strategies: Review any allocation strategies that may be in place and adjust them if they are preventing stock from being allocated to the demand.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CTM1 (CTM Planning), CTM2 (CTM Planning Run), and CTM3 (CTM Monitor) for monitoring and managing CTM runs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on CTM and stock management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the /SAPAPO/CTM4013 No stock found error and implement a suitable solution.