How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP345 - Order for product &1 in &2 source &3 too early. Check source &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP -

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Order for product &1 in &2 source &3 too early. Check source &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP345 - Order for product &1 in &2 source &3 too early. Check source &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP345 indicates that there is an issue with the timing of an order for a specific product in a given source. The message typically means that the order is being processed too early in relation to the availability of the product or the production schedule.
  Cause:
  
  Order Timing: The order for the product is being created or processed before the planned start date or before the product is available in the specified source.
  Source Availability: The source (e.g., a plant or vendor) may not have the product available for the requested delivery date.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may not be set correctly, leading to discrepancies in the scheduling of orders.
  Lead Times: The lead times defined for production or procurement may not align with the order dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Dates: Review the order dates and ensure that they align with the production or availability dates of the product in the specified source.
  Review Source Availability: Check the availability of the product in the specified source. Ensure that the product is scheduled to be available by the time the order is being processed.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If necessary, adjust the planning parameters for the product in the system to ensure that they reflect realistic lead times and availability.
  Check Production Schedule: Verify the production schedule for the product to ensure that it can meet the order requirements.
  Consult with Supply Chain Team: If the issue persists, consult with the supply chain or planning team to understand any constraints or issues that may be affecting the order processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/RRP4 (Order View) to analyze the order and product details.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product, including lead times, safety stock levels, and production schedules, is correctly maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) for further insights into order processing and planning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.