How To Fix /SAPAPO/PRP168 - Source combination does not exist

/SAPAPO/PRP168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PRP -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Source combination does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP168 - Source combination does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRP168 Source combination does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with planning data related to production or procurement. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid source of supply for the specified combination of product and location.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the source of supply (e.g., vendor, plant, or storage location) for the specified product and location has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product or location may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a valid source combination.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the