How To Fix /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER217 - Location &1, product &2: receipt upper and lower bounds are redundant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Location &1, product &2: receipt upper and lower bounds are redundant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER217 - Location &1, product &2: receipt upper and lower bounds are redundant ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PP_OPTIMIZER217 indicates that there is a redundancy in the receipt upper and lower bounds for a specific product at a given location in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs during the planning process when the optimizer detects that the constraints set for the receipts (such as production or procurement) are not necessary because they do not add any additional restrictions to the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Redundant Bounds: The upper and lower bounds for receipts may be set in such a way that they do not provide any additional constraints. For example, if the lower bound is set to a value that is equal to or greater than the upper bound, the optimizer sees this as redundant.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the product or location master data can lead to this error. This may include settings related to production or procurement strategies.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may not be correctly defined, leading to conflicting or redundant constraints.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Receipt Bounds: Check the receipt upper and lower bounds for the specified product and location. Ensure that they are set correctly and that the lower bound is less than the upper bound.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the bounds are correct, review the planning parameters for the product. Make sure that they are configured properly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Master Data Check: Verify the master data for the product and location. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting receipt bounds and understanding the implications of these settings.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run the planning process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OPTIMIZER to access the optimizer settings or /SAPAPO/MC90 to check the product and location master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring receipt bounds.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the redundancy in the receipt bounds and ensuring that all related configurations are correct, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your planning activities.