How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP194 - Supplier &1 shutdown, loc. &2, prod. &3, shutd. time &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP -

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Supplier &1 shutdown, loc. &2, prod. &3, shutd. time &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP194 - Supplier &1 shutdown, loc. &2, prod. &3, shutd. time &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP194 indicates that a supplier has been shut down for a specific location and product during a certain time period. This message is typically encountered in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly in Demand Planning or Supply Network Planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A supplier is marked as shut down in the system for a specific location and product combination.
  The shutdown period overlaps with the planning horizon or the time frame for which you are trying to perform planning activities.
  This could be due to maintenance, holidays, or other operational reasons that prevent the supplier from fulfilling orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Supplier Shutdown Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data for the supplier in question.
  Verify the shutdown settings for the supplier, including the shutdown time and the affected location and product.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  If the shutdown is temporary and you need to continue planning, consider adjusting the planning parameters or the planning horizon to exclude the shutdown period.
  
  
  
  Modify Shutdown Period:
  
  If the shutdown period is incorrect or needs to be modified, update the shutdown dates in the supplier master data or the relevant planning book.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  Communicate with the supply chain or operations team to understand the reason for the shutdown and whether it can be adjusted or if alternative suppliers can be used.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Books:
  
  Ensure that the planning books being used do not include the shutdown period in their calculations.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Suppliers:
  
  If possible, consider sourcing from alternative suppliers during the shutdown period to avoid disruptions in supply.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MAT1 (for material master) to check and modify relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on managing supplier shutdowns and planning in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and continue with your planning activities in SAP APO.