How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR077 - Procurement is prod.-independent, means of transport is prod.-specific

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Procurement is prod.-independent, means of transport is prod.-specific

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR077 - Procurement is prod.-independent, means of transport is prod.-specific ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR077 indicates a conflict in the configuration of procurement and transportation in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it states that the procurement process is independent of the product, while the means of transport is specific to the product. This inconsistency can arise in scenarios where the system expects a certain relationship between procurement and transportation settings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The procurement type for the product is set to be independent (e.g., make-to-stock), while the transportation settings are configured to be specific to the product (e.g., certain transportation modes or routes that are only applicable to specific products).
  Master Data Issues: The product master data or transportation lane settings may not be aligned correctly, leading to this error.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may have settings that do not support the combination of independent procurement and product-specific transportation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Product Master Data: Check the product master data in APO to ensure that the procurement type is set correctly. If the product is meant to be procured independently, ensure that the transportation settings are also configured to reflect this.
  Adjust Transportation Settings: If the means of transport should be independent of the product, modify the transportation settings to make them product-independent. This may involve changing the transportation lanes or modes.
  Check Planning Area Configuration: Review the planning area settings in APO to ensure that they support the desired procurement and transportation configurations. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for the combination you are trying to achieve.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring procurement and transportation settings in APO.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the procurement and transportation processes work as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  APO Configuration Guides: Review the configuration guides for SAP APO, particularly sections related to procurement and transportation management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By addressing the configuration mismatch and ensuring that the settings for procurement and transportation are aligned, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR077.