How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS226 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No supplier can be determined for TPOP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Product/location &1/&2&3: No supplier can be determined for TPOP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS226 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No supplier can be determined for TPOP ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS226 indicates that the system is unable to determine a supplier for a specific product/location combination in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during planning activities, such as when trying to create a purchase order or during the supply planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Supplier Data: The most common cause is that there is no supplier assigned to the product/location in the system. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect configuration.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product/location may not be set up correctly, leading to the system's inability to find a valid supplier.
  Inactive or Blocked Suppliers: The suppliers that are assigned may be inactive or blocked in the system, preventing them from being considered for procurement.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect product or location settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Assignment:
  
  Go to the product master data in the APO system and verify if a supplier is assigned to the product/location combination.
  Ensure that the supplier is active and not blocked.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters for the product/location in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the supplier is missing, you may need to create or update the supplier assignment in the product master data.
  Ensure that the supplier has the necessary capabilities to supply the product.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any discrepancies in the master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional insights or specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 (Product Master) or /SAPAPO/LOC1 (Location Master) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.