How To Fix /SAPAPO/PINV046 - Location product is not planning relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PINV -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Location product is not planning relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV046 - Location product is not planning relevant ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV046 indicates that a specific location-product combination is not considered relevant for planning in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause
  
  Master Data Settings: The location-product combination may not be set up correctly in the master data. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the product master or location master data.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not include the specific location-product combination. This can happen if the combination is not assigned to the planning area or if it has been excluded from planning.
  Product Status: The product may have a status that prevents it from being planned (e.g., discontinued or inactive).
  Location Status: Similar to the product, the location may also have a status that makes it non-relevant for planning.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not include the location-product combination.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data and verify that the location-product combination is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the product is active and relevant for planning.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area to ensure that the location-product combination is included.
  You can do this by navigating to the planning area settings in the APO system.
  
  
  
  Verify Product and Location Status:
  
  Check the status of both the product and the location in the respective master data. Ensure that they are both active and relevant for planning.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using includes the location-product combination. You may need to switch to a different version or adjust the settings of the current version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on the specific error message and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM (for master data consistency checks) to identify any inconsistencies in the master data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 (Product Master), /SAPAPO/LOC1 (Location Master), and /SAPAPO/TSM (Master Data Consistency Check).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  APO Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of your APO system, including planning areas, key figures, and planning books, can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.