How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM4106 - No supply distribution horizon specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM4 -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No supply distribution horizon specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4106 - No supply distribution horizon specified ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4106 No supply distribution horizon specified typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error indicates that the system cannot find a defined supply distribution horizon for the planning run, which is necessary for the CTM process to allocate supply to demand.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The supply distribution horizon may not be defined in the planning settings.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary settings configured.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the products or resources involved in the planning run.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may not be set up correctly to include the supply distribution horizon.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Supply Distribution Horizon:
  
  Go to the SAP APO system and navigate to the relevant planning area.
  Check the settings for the supply distribution horizon. You can do this in the configuration settings for the CTM.
  Ensure that a valid supply distribution horizon is specified.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct planning version that has the necessary configurations.
  If needed, create or modify a planning version to include the supply distribution horizon.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., product master, location master, resource master) is correctly maintained and does not have any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Area Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the planning area to ensure that it is configured to handle supply distribution.
  Make sure that the necessary key figures and settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring the supply distribution horizon in your specific version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CTM for CTM settings or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning area configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/CTM4106 No supply distribution horizon specified and successfully run your planning processes in SAP APO.