How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_TR123 - External procurement relationship is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_TR -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: External procurement relationship is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR123 - External procurement relationship is not available ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR123 External procurement relationship is not available typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid external procurement relationship for a specific product or location. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the planning process or when trying to create a procurement order.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing External Procurement Relationship: The most common cause is that there is no defined external procurement relationship for the product in question. This could be due to incorrect or incomplete master data setup.
  
  
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary procurement relationships defined.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the product master or location master.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the procurement relationships.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the system from recognizing the external procurement relationships.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the external procurement relationship is correctly defined in the product master data. Ensure that the relevant procurement types and sources of supply are set up.
  
  
  Define External Procurement Relationships: If the relationship is missing, you can create it in the APO system. This can typically be done in the transaction /SAPAPO/PRODORD or through the relevant master data transaction.
  
  
  Review Planning Version: Ensure that you are using the correct planning version that contains the necessary procurement relationships.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the procurement relationships.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check for any configuration issues that may be affecting the procurement relationships.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PRODORD, /SAPAPO/MDP, and /SAPAPO/OM for managing master data and procurement relationships.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on setting up external procurement relationships and troubleshooting common issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/OO_TR123 External procurement relationship is not available.