How To Fix /SAPAPO/EOG131 - Requirements combined despite different sources of supply

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/EOG -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Requirements combined despite different sources of supply

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/EOG131 - Requirements combined despite different sources of supply ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/EOG131 indicates that there are requirements in the system that are being combined even though they originate from different sources of supply. This can occur in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when the system attempts to consolidate requirements for planning purposes, but the requirements are linked to different supply sources, which can lead to inconsistencies in planning.
  Cause:
  
  Different Sources of Supply: The requirements may be coming from different locations, plants, or vendors, which the system is trying to combine.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the APO system may allow for the combination of requirements that should not be combined due to their different origins.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or location data, that lead to the system treating different supply sources as equivalent.
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy being used may not be appropriate for the requirements being processed, leading to unintended combinations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Requirements: Check the requirements that are being combined and ensure they are intended to be treated as separate. This may involve analyzing the source of each requirement.
  Adjust Configuration: If the combination of requirements is not desired, review the configuration settings in the APO system. This may involve adjusting the settings for how requirements are combined based on their source.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data for materials, locations, and vendors is correctly set up. This includes checking the supply chain structure and ensuring that the correct sources of supply are defined.
  Modify Planning Strategy: If the planning strategy is causing the issue, consider modifying it to better reflect the business needs and the nature of the requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in APO, particularly those related to demand planning and supply network planning.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the requirements are being processed correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and adjusting the relevant configurations, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/EOG131 and ensure that requirements are handled appropriately in your SAP APO system.