How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS343 - Use-up strategy at location &1 is: Restricted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Use-up strategy at location &1 is: Restricted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS343 - Use-up strategy at location &1 is: Restricted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS343 indicates that the use-up strategy for a specific location is set to "Restricted." This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly in the deployment or supply chain planning processes.
  Cause:
  The "Restricted" use-up strategy means that the system is not allowed to use the stock at that location for fulfilling demand. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Settings: The use-up strategy for the location has been configured to restrict stock usage.
  Stock Type: The stock at the location may be of a type that is not allowed to be used for certain demands (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the location may have been set in a way that restricts stock usage.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or policies in place that prevent the use of stock at that location.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Use-Up Strategy:
  
  Go to the location's master data in the SAP system and check the use-up strategy settings.
  If necessary, change the use-up strategy to a more permissive option (e.g., "Unrestricted").
  
  
  
  Review Stock Types:
  
  Check the stock types available at the location. Ensure that the stock you are trying to use is not in a restricted state (e.g., blocked or in quality inspection).
  If the stock is restricted, consider moving it to unrestricted stock if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters for the location in the APO system. Ensure that they are set correctly to allow stock usage.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Rules:
  
  If there are specific business rules that restrict stock usage, consult with your business process owner or supply chain manager to understand the rationale and see if adjustments can be made.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved and that stock can be used as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC to access location master data or /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book views.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to APO and supply chain management for more detailed information on use-up strategies and stock management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow stock usage at the specified location.