How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO_GEN016 - Source of supply for header material &1 was deleted


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO_GEN -

  • Message number: 016

  • Message text: Source of supply for header material &1 was deleted

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_GEN016 - Source of supply for header material &1 was deleted ?

    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_GEN016 indicates that the source of supply for a header material has been deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid source of supply for a material that is required for planning or execution.

    Cause:

    1. Deleted Source of Supply: The most common cause is that the source of supply (e.g., vendor, production plant, etc.) for the specified material has been deleted from the system.
    2. Master Data Changes: Changes in master data, such as the deletion of a vendor or a production location, can lead to this error.
    3. Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the APO system or in the integration with the ERP system can also lead to this error.
    4. Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between the ERP and APO systems, it may result in the deletion of sources of supply not being reflected correctly.

    Solution:

    1. Check Source of Supply: Verify if the source of supply for the material in question has indeed been deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant master data in the system (e.g., material master, vendor master).
    2. Recreate Source of Supply: If the source of supply was deleted unintentionally, you may need to recreate it. This could involve adding a new vendor, production location, or any other relevant source of supply.
    3. Update Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is up to date and correctly configured. This includes checking the material master, source list, and info records.
    4. Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in both the APO and ERP systems to ensure that they are correctly set up to handle sources of supply.
    5. Data Synchronization: If there are issues with data synchronization, ensure that the data transfer between the ERP and APO systems is functioning correctly. You may need to run data transfer jobs or check for errors in the data transfer process.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master), ME03 (Source List), and ME11 (Create Info Record) to check and manage the relevant data.
    • APO Planning Books: If you are using planning books in APO, ensure that the planning books are correctly set up to include the necessary data for the materials in question.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling source of supply issues.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO and the specific modules you are using to understand how sources of supply are managed and any best practices for maintaining them.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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