How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP189 - No active source of supply found for purchase req. (subcontracting) &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: No active source of supply found for purchase req. (subcontracting) &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP189 - No active source of supply found for purchase req. (subcontracting) &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP189 indicates that there is no active source of supply found for a purchase requisition related to subcontracting. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to identify a valid source of supply for a specific purchase requisition.
  Causes:
  
  No Source of Supply Defined: There may not be any valid source of supply defined for the material in the system.
  Inactive Vendor: The vendor associated with the source of supply may be inactive or not maintained properly.
  Incorrect Planning Data: The planning data for the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find a valid source.
  Purchase Info Record Issues: There may be issues with the purchase info records that link materials to vendors.
  Subcontracting Configuration: The configuration for subcontracting may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being sourced (e.g., blocked for procurement).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source of Supply: Verify that there is a valid source of supply for the material in the system. This can be done by checking the material master and the purchasing info records.
  Vendor Maintenance: Ensure that the vendor is active and properly maintained in the system. Check the vendor master data for any issues.
  Review Planning Data: Check the planning data for the material to ensure it is set up correctly. This includes checking the MRP views in the material master.
  Update Purchase Info Records: If necessary, create or update the purchase info records to ensure they are linked correctly to the material and vendor.
  Check Subcontracting Settings: Review the configuration settings for subcontracting in the system to ensure they are correct.
  Material Status Review: Check the material status to ensure it is not blocked for procurement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME11 (Create Info Record), ME12 (Change Info Record), ME13 (Display Info Record), and MM03 (Display Material) to check and maintain the relevant data.
  APO Settings: Review the APO settings related to sourcing and procurement to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on managing sources of supply and subcontracting processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement and APO.