How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER136 - Location &1, product &2: Safety stock is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Location &1, product &2: Safety stock is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER136 - Location &1, product &2: Safety stock is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER136 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the safety stock settings for a specific location and product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the planning process when the system detects that the safety stock levels defined for a product at a specific location do not align with the expected parameters or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Safety Stock Settings: The safety stock levels may not be properly defined or may conflict with other settings in the system.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data for the product or location, such as missing or incorrect safety stock values.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product or location may not be set correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be discrepancies in safety stock values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Safety Stock Settings: Review the safety stock settings for the product at the specified location. Ensure that the values are correctly defined in the system.
  
  Navigate to the product master data in APO and check the safety stock settings.
  Ensure that the safety stock is defined in the relevant planning book or data view.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify the master data for the product and location to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly.
  
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the product master data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters for the product and location to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  Check the planning strategy and ensure it aligns with the safety stock requirements.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use the consistency check tools available in APO to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the master data or planning settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to safety stock and planning in APO for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER to access the optimizer settings or /SAPAPO/MAT1 to view and edit product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to safety stock inconsistencies.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to APO planning and safety stock management for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency in safety stock for the specified location and product.