How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS217 - Set value of flow is negative (SNP)

/SAPAPO/OM_TS217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Set value of flow is negative (SNP)

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/SAPAPO/OM_TS217 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS217 Set value of flow is negative (SNP) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), specifically within the Supply Network Planning (SNP) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to set a flow value (such as a planned order, stock transfer, or transportation flow) to a negative value, which is not allowed in the planning process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Demand or Supply: The error can occur if there is a negative demand or supply value being processed in the planning run. This could be due to incorrect master data, such as negative sales orders or incorrect stock levels.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: If the planning parameters or settings are not configured correctly, it may lead to negative flow values.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or missing entries in the master data (e.g., product master, location master) or transaction data (e.g., sales