How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS326 - Earliest start of supplier lead time is &1

/SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS326 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Earliest start of supplier lead time is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS326 - Earliest start of supplier lead time is &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS326 indicates that the earliest start date for a supplier lead time is not feasible based on the current planning parameters. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to schedule a delivery or production order but finds that the lead time constraints cannot be met.
  
  Cause:
  
  Lead Time Configuration: The lead time for the supplier may be set incorrectly or is too long, causing the system to determine that the earliest possible start date is beyond the acceptable range.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters such as safety stock, reorder point, or other inventory management settings may not align with the lead time settings.
  Demand and Supply Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the demand and the available supply, leading to scheduling issues.
  Calendar Settings: The calendar settings (working days, holidays) may not be configured correctly, affecting the calculation of lead