How To Fix /SAPAPO/CURTO_PPE081 - Procurement type is set to external for product &1 and location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CURTO_PPE -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Procurement type is set to external for product &1 and location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_PPE081 - Procurement type is set to external for product &1 and location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CURTO_PPE081 indicates that the procurement type for a specific product and location is set to "external," which means that the system expects the product to be procured from an external source rather than produced internally. This can lead to issues in planning and execution if the system is not configured correctly for the procurement process.
  Cause:
  
  Procurement Type Configuration: The procurement type for the product at the specified location is set to "external" in the master data, which may not align with the planning or execution requirements.
  Master Data Issues: The product master data or location master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in procurement settings.
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy assigned to the product may require a different procurement type, but the current settings do not support it.
  Supply Chain Configuration: There may be a mismatch in the supply chain configuration, where the system expects a different procurement type based on the overall supply chain strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data: 
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP APO and verify the procurement type settings. Ensure that the procurement type is set correctly based on your business requirements.
  If the product should be produced internally, change the procurement type from "external" to "internal."
  
  
  
  Check Location Master Data: 
  
  Review the location master data to ensure that it is correctly configured for the product in question. Make sure that the location is set up to handle the procurement type you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Strategy: 
  
  Check the planning strategy assigned to the product. If the strategy requires a different procurement type, consider changing the strategy or adjusting the procurement type accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Supply Chain Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, consult with your supply chain or logistics team to understand the intended procurement process for the product and location.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the procurement process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master data and /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master data to check and modify settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on procurement types and their implications in the planning process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the procurement type is set correctly for the product and location in question.