How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT193 - Maximum stock level lower than safety stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Maximum stock level lower than safety stock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT193 - Maximum stock level lower than safety stock ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT193 indicates that the maximum stock level for a material is set lower than the safety stock level. This situation can lead to issues in inventory management, as it suggests that the system may not be able to maintain the required safety stock while adhering to the maximum stock level.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The maximum stock level has been set incorrectly in the material master data or in the planning parameters.
  Business Logic: The business rules or logic may dictate that the maximum stock level should be lower than the safety stock, which is not feasible.
  Data Entry Mistake: Manual entry errors during the setup of the material master or planning parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material.
  Check the maximum stock level and safety stock level values.
  Ensure that the maximum stock level is greater than or equal to the safety stock level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Stock Level:
  
  If the maximum stock level is indeed lower than the safety stock, update the maximum stock level to a value that is greater than or equal to the safety stock.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters in the APO system to ensure they are set correctly.
  If necessary, adjust the planning parameters to align with your inventory management strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Stakeholders:
  
  If there are specific business rules that dictate the stock levels, consult with relevant stakeholders to understand the rationale behind the settings and make adjustments accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality environment to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to modify the material master data.
  APO Settings: Familiarize yourself with the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) settings related to inventory management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on managing stock levels and safety stock in SAP APO.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might affect stock level calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your inventory management settings are correctly configured.