How To Fix /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT056 - Partial order smaller than minimum source of supply lot size of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Partial order smaller than minimum source of supply lot size of &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT056 - Partial order smaller than minimum source of supply lot size of &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT056 indicates that there is an issue with the splitting of an order in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that a partial order is smaller than the minimum source of supply lot size defined for the relevant product or material. This typically occurs during the order splitting process when the system attempts to create a partial order that does not meet the minimum lot size requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Lot Size Configuration: The material or product has a defined minimum lot size in its master data (e.g., in the material master or in the APO settings). This minimum lot size is the smallest quantity that can be processed or produced.
  Order Quantity: The order quantity being processed is smaller than the defined minimum lot size, leading to the error when the system tries to split the order.
  Supply Chain Constraints: There may be constraints in the supply chain that prevent the creation of smaller orders, such as vendor or production constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust Order Quantity: Ensure that the order quantity being processed meets or exceeds the minimum lot size. If possible, increase the order quantity to comply with the minimum lot size requirement.
  Review Minimum Lot Size Settings: Check the material master data and APO settings to review the minimum lot size configuration. If necessary, adjust the minimum lot size to allow for smaller orders, but be cautious as this may have implications on production and procurement processes.
  Modify Order Splitting Logic: If applicable, review the order splitting logic in the APO system. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for different splitting rules that can accommodate smaller orders.
  Consult with Supply Chain Team: Engage with the supply chain or production planning team to understand the implications of changing lot sizes and to ensure that any adjustments align with overall supply chain strategies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Check the material master (transaction MM03) for the relevant material to review the lot size settings.
  APO Settings: Review the APO configuration settings related to order splitting and lot size (transaction /SAPAPO/MC90).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to order splitting and lot size management in APO for further insights and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ORDER for order management and /SAPAPO/MC90 for configuration settings.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your order processing aligns with the defined supply chain constraints.