How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR034 - Product &1 in location &2 is procured externally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Product &1 in location &2 is procured externally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR034 - Product &1 in location &2 is procured externally ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR034 indicates that a product is being procured externally at a specific location. This message typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the planning or procurement of materials.
  Cause:
  
  External Procurement: The product in question is set up for external procurement, meaning it is not produced internally but rather sourced from an external supplier.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in the planning run.
  Stock Levels: There may be insufficient stock levels or incorrect stock availability settings that prevent the system from fulfilling the demand internally.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data for the product or location, such as incorrect procurement type settings or missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the product and location. Ensure that the procurement type is set correctly (e.g., external procurement) and that all necessary information is complete.
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters in the APO system. Ensure that the settings for external procurement are appropriate and that the system is configured to handle external suppliers correctly.
  Stock Availability: Verify the stock levels for the product at the specified location. If stock is low or unavailable, consider adjusting the procurement strategy or placing orders with suppliers.
  Adjust Planning Strategy: If the product should be produced internally, consider changing the planning strategy or procurement type in the material master.
  Run Planning Again: After making the necessary adjustments, run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/RRP3 (for detailed planning) to analyze the situation further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring external procurement and planning strategies.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.