How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT103 - Order not created for product &1 using source &2 on &3 of quantity &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Order not created for product &1 using source &2 on &3 of quantity &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT103 - Order not created for product &1 using source &2 on &3 of quantity &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPO_OPT103 indicates that an order could not be created for a specific product using a designated source on a particular date for a specified quantity. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with production planning or order management.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The source may not have enough stock available to fulfill the order quantity requested.
  Capacity Constraints: The production facility may not have the capacity to produce the required quantity within the specified timeframe.
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be issues with the master data for the product or the source, such as incorrect planning parameters, lead times, or production versions.
  Planning Strategy Issues: The planning strategy assigned to the product may not allow for the creation of orders under the current conditions.
  Date Issues: The date specified may be outside of the planning horizon or may not align with the production schedule.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that prevent order creation under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels for the product at the specified source. If stock is insufficient, consider adjusting the stock or sourcing from an alternative location.
  Review Capacity: Check the capacity of the production facility to ensure it can handle the requested quantity. If necessary, adjust the production schedule or increase capacity.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and source is correct. This includes checking planning parameters, lead times, and production versions.
  Adjust Planning Strategy: Review the planning strategy assigned to the product. If it is not suitable for the current situation, consider changing it to one that allows for order creation.
  Check Dates: Ensure that the date specified for the order is within the planning horizon and aligns with the production schedule.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be affecting order creation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning board) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for checking the planning book) to analyze the situation further.
  Logs and Messages: Check the APO logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the order could not be created.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration and planning processes better.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.