How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM314 - Error when determining supplier (order &1 item &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Error when determining supplier (order &1 item &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM314 - Error when determining supplier (order &1 item &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM314 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to determine a supplier for a specific order item. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Supplier Information: The supplier information for the material in question may not be maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or vendor master data may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Planning Book Settings: The planning book settings may not be configured correctly to allow for supplier determination.
  No Valid Source of Supply: There may be no valid source of supply available for the material in the specified location.
  Active Supply Chain Constraints: Constraints in the supply chain, such as capacity issues or stock shortages, may prevent supplier determination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the APO system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the supply network.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Supplier Master Data: Ensure that the supplier master data is correctly maintained for the relevant materials. This includes checking the vendor's details and ensuring they are active.
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and accurate, including the purchasing and planning views.
  Validate Source of Supply: Check if there are valid sources of supply for the material in the relevant location. This can be done by reviewing the source list and info records.
  Adjust Planning Book Settings: Review the planning book settings to ensure that they are configured to allow for supplier determination.
  Check for Constraints: Investigate any supply chain constraints that may be affecting the ability to determine a supplier. This may involve checking stock levels, production capacities, and other related factors.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to review the system settings and ensure everything is configured correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for checking master data) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO and supplier determination processes for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in APO for further assistance.