How To Fix /SAPAPO/OPT_SEQ_STA019 - Optimization completed with a partial solution

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OPT_SEQ_STA -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Optimization completed with a partial solution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_SEQ_STA019 - Optimization completed with a partial solution ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OPT_SEQ_STA019 indicates that an optimization process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) has completed, but only with a partial solution. This typically means that the optimization algorithm was unable to find a complete solution that satisfies all constraints and requirements defined in the planning scenario.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Capacity: The resources (e.g., production capacity, storage capacity) may not be sufficient to meet the demand, leading to a partial solution.
  Conflicting Constraints: There may be conflicting constraints in the planning model, such as production constraints, transportation constraints, or inventory policies that cannot all be satisfied simultaneously.
  High Demand or Low Supply: A sudden spike in demand or a decrease in supply can lead to situations where the optimization cannot fulfill all requirements.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data, such as incorrect lead times, lot sizes, or resource availability, can lead to suboptimal planning results.
  Optimization Parameters: The settings or parameters used in the optimization run may not be appropriate for the current planning scenario.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Capacity and Constraints: Check the capacity of resources and ensure that they are sufficient to meet the demand. Adjust constraints if necessary.
  Analyze Demand and Supply: Look for discrepancies in demand and supply. If demand is too high, consider adjusting forecasts or managing customer expectations.
  Check Master Data: Validate the master data for accuracy. Ensure that lead times, lot sizes, and resource availability are correctly defined.
  Adjust Optimization Parameters: Review and adjust the optimization parameters to better align with the current planning scenario.
  Run What-If Scenarios: Use what-if analysis to simulate different scenarios and understand how changes in constraints or demand can affect the optimization results.
  Consult Logs and Messages: Review the optimization logs and messages for additional details on what constraints were not met, which can provide insights into the specific issues causing the partial solution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP APO documentation for detailed information on optimization processes and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the optimization run and the specific constraints involved.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you can work towards achieving a complete solution in your optimization runs within SAP APO.