How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP226 - Order for location product &1/&2 on &3 violates fixed lot size

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Order for location product &1/&2 on &3 violates fixed lot size

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP226 - Order for location product &1/&2 on &3 violates fixed lot size ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP226 indicates that there is a violation of the fixed lot size constraint for a specific order related to a location product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the planning process when the order quantity does not conform to the defined fixed lot size settings for that product at the specified location.
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Lot Size Configuration: The fixed lot size is a setting that specifies the minimum quantity that must be produced or ordered. If the planned order quantity is less than this fixed lot size, the system will generate this error.
  Order Quantity: The order quantity being generated or modified does not meet the minimum requirements set by the fixed lot size.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product/location may not be correctly set, leading to discrepancies in the expected order quantities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Fixed Lot Size Settings:
  
  Navigate to the product master data in APO and check the fixed lot size settings for the specific location product.
  Ensure that the fixed lot size is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Quantity:
  
  If the order quantity is being manually entered or adjusted, ensure that it meets or exceeds the fixed lot size requirement.
  If necessary, modify the order quantity to comply with the fixed lot size.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Strategy:
  
  Review the planning strategy assigned to the product. Some strategies may have specific requirements regarding lot sizes.
  Adjust the planning strategy if it does not align with the fixed lot size requirements.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  Monitor the results to ensure that the orders are generated correctly without violating the fixed lot size.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on fixed lot sizes and their implications in the planning process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 (Product Master) or /SAPAPO/LOC1 (Location Product Master) to review and edit the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to fixed lot sizes in your version of SAP APO.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect order generation and lot size compliance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your orders comply with the fixed lot size requirements in SAP APO.