How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP538 - Subcontracting purch. req. for subcontracting planned order &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP -

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Subcontracting purch. req. for subcontracting planned order &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP538 - Subcontracting purch. req. for subcontracting planned order &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP538 indicates that a subcontracting purchase requisition for a planned order could not be found. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with subcontracting processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchase Requisition: The planned order for which the system is trying to create a subcontracting purchase requisition does not have an associated purchase requisition.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system related to subcontracting or the integration between the production planning and purchasing modules.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or vendor master, which prevent the system from generating the required purchase requisition.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be correctly set up or may not have the necessary data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create the purchase requisition.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planned Order: Verify that the planned order exists and is correctly set up for subcontracting. Ensure that the planned order has the necessary components and that the subcontracting indicator is set.
  Review Purchase Requisition: Check if a purchase requisition has been created for the planned order. If not, you may need to manually create it or troubleshoot why it was not generated.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for subcontracting in both the APO and the ERP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Master Data Check: Ensure that the material master and vendor master data are correctly maintained. Check for any missing or incorrect information that could affect the creation of the purchase requisition.
  Planning Version: Ensure that the correct planning version is being used and that it contains the necessary data for the planned order.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and view purchase requisitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to check the status of planned orders and their associated requisitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to subcontracting processes in both the APO and ERP systems for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in APO and subcontracting processes.