How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER133 - Product &1 at transportation lane &2: Stock transfer not allowed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Product &1 at transportation lane &2: Stock transfer not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER133 - Product &1 at transportation lane &2: Stock transfer not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER133 indicates that there is an issue with stock transfer for a specific product at a transportation lane. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to execute a planning run or optimization that involves stock transfers between locations.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Stock Transfer Restrictions: The product may have restrictions that prevent stock transfers between the specified locations. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that disallow stock transfers for certain products or between certain locations.
  
  
  Transportation Lane Configuration: The transportation lane between the two locations may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incorrect settings for the transportation lane in the APO system.
  
  
  Product Master Data: The product master data may not be configured to allow stock transfers. This includes settings related to the product's availability, storage location, or other relevant parameters.
  
  
  Location-Specific Settings: There may be specific settings at the location level that prevent stock transfers, such as stock type restrictions or other logistical constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transportation Lane Configuration:
  
  Go to the transportation lane settings in APO and verify that the lane between the two locations is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the transportation lane is active and that all necessary parameters (like shipping point, receiving point, etc.) are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data for the product in question. Ensure that the product is allowed for stock transfers and that all relevant settings are correctly configured.
  Look for any specific settings that might restrict stock transfers, such as the "Stock Transfer Allowed" flag.
  
  
  
  Examine Location Settings:
  
  Review the settings for both the sending and receiving locations. Ensure that there are no restrictions on stock transfers for the relevant storage locations or stock types.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If the above checks do not resolve the issue, consult with the relevant business process owners or logistics team to understand if there are any business rules or processes that might be affecting stock transfers.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your SAP system has custom developments or enhancements, check if any of these might be affecting the stock transfer process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run to ensure that the stock transfer can now be executed without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSO1 (for transportation lane maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MAT1 (for product master data) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to APO and transportation management for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.