How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2377 - SFW: activity is not a source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 377

• Message text: SFW: activity is not a source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2377 - SFW: activity is not a source ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2377 SFW: activity is not a source typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the configuration of activities in the Supply Network Planning (SNP) or Production Planning (PP) modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an activity that is not defined as a source in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Activity Configuration: The activity you are trying to use in your planning process is not set up as a valid source in the system.
  Missing Source Assignment: The activity may not be assigned to a source location or may not be linked correctly in the master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that prevent the system from recognizing the activity as a valid source.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Configuration:
  
  Go to the activity configuration in the SAP APO system and ensure that the activity is correctly defined.
  Verify that the activity is marked as a source in the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Source Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the activity is assigned to a source location. You can do this by checking the location and activity assignments in the SNP or PP configuration.
  If necessary, reassign the activity to the correct source location.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for any inconsistencies. This includes reviewing the location master data, activity master data, and any relevant planning books.
  Make sure that all necessary data is maintained and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring activities and sources in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/OM (for activity management) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your activities are correctly configured as sources in the SAP APO system.