How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM435 - Max. pegging attempts: requirement - stocks changed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM -

• Message number: 435

• Message text: Max. pegging attempts: requirement - stocks changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM435 - Max. pegging attempts: requirement - stocks changed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM435 Max. pegging attempts: requirement - stocks changed typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to successfully peg a requirement to available stock due to changes in stock levels or other related data.
  Cause:
  
  Max Pegging Attempts Exceeded: The error indicates that the maximum number of pegging attempts has been reached without successfully linking the requirement to the available stock. This can happen if there are many stock changes or if the stock is not sufficient to meet the requirement.
  Stock Changes: If stock levels are modified (e.g., due to incoming goods, production changes, or other inventory adjustments), the pegging logic may fail to find a suitable match for the requirement.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that limit the number of pegging attempts or affect how stock is allocated to requirements.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistent or incorrect data in the system can also lead to this error, such as incorrect stock levels, incorrect requirement definitions, or issues with the master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Max Pegging Attempts: If the default number of pegging attempts is too low for your business scenario, consider increasing the maximum number of pegging attempts in the configuration settings.
  
  This can typically be done in the APO system settings under the relevant planning area or profile.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Levels: Review the stock levels and ensure that they are accurate and reflect the current inventory situation. Make sure that there are no discrepancies in stock data.
  
  
  Review Requirement Definitions: Ensure that the requirements are correctly defined and that they match the available stock. Check for any changes in demand that may not have been accounted for.
  
  
  Analyze Pegging Logic: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (Pegging Analysis) to analyze how the pegging is being performed and identify any issues in the pegging logic.
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks: Perform data consistency checks to ensure that there are no issues with master data, such as material master records, location data, or other relevant configurations.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO, such as /SAPAPO/OM17 for pegging analysis and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and pegging processes to understand the underlying logic and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SAPAPO/OM435 Max. pegging attempts: requirement - stocks changed.