How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT245 - Product &, location &: DRP start date later than DRP end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Product &, location &: DRP start date later than DRP end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT245 - Product &, location &: DRP start date later than DRP end date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT245 indicates that there is a problem with the planning parameters for a product at a specific location in the Demand Planning (DP) or Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) module. Specifically, the error states that the DRP start date is later than the DRP end date, which is logically incorrect and prevents the planning process from proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The DRP start date and end date have been set incorrectly in the planning parameters. This can happen due to manual entry errors or incorrect settings in the planning book.
  Master Data Issues: The product or location master data may have been incorrectly maintained, leading to conflicting date settings.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may have incorrect settings or may not be properly configured for the product/location combination.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues with how dates were transferred or interpreted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Go to the relevant planning book and check the DRP start and end dates for the product and location in question.
  Ensure that the DRP start date is earlier than the DRP end date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, adjust them to ensure that the start date is before the end date. This can typically be done in the planning book or through the relevant transaction codes in SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product and location to ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Verify that the planning version being used is correctly set up and that it reflects the intended planning parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, run the DRP planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DRP for DRP planning or /SAPAPO/MAT1 for material master data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning parameters and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) for further assistance.