How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT161 - Stockout costs not adjusted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Stockout costs not adjusted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT161 - Stockout costs not adjusted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT161 Stockout costs not adjusted typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected a situation where stockout costs have not been properly adjusted for a particular material or product in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Stockout Cost Configuration: The stockout costs may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the relevant settings in the material master or in the APO configuration are missing or incorrect.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or settings to calculate stockout costs.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as incorrect lead times, safety stock levels, or demand forecasts.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data might be incomplete or not properly maintained, leading to issues in cost calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for stockout costs in the APO system. Ensure that the stockout costs are defined correctly in the material master and that all relevant parameters are set.
  Review Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version being used is correctly set up and contains all necessary data for stockout cost calculations.
  Validate Master Data: Check the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that all relevant fields, such as lead times, safety stock, and demand forecasts, are correctly maintained.
  Run Planning Runs: If changes have been made to the configuration or master data, run the planning runs again to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to stockout costs and APO planning to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (to check planning versions) or /SAPAPO/MAT1 (to view material master data) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on stockout costs in APO.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in planning and configuration are adequately trained on the APO system and understand how stockout costs are calculated and adjusted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.