How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR073 - Heuristic &1 can only process externally procured location products

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Heuristic &1 can only process externally procured location products

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR073 - Heuristic &1 can only process externally procured location products ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR073 indicates that a specific heuristic (denoted by &1) is designed to work only with externally procured location products. This means that the heuristic you are trying to execute is not applicable to the products you are working with in your planning scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Product Type: The heuristic is specifically designed for products that are externally procured, meaning they are not produced in-house but rather sourced from external suppliers.
  Product Configuration: The products you are trying to process may not be configured as externally procured in the system. They might be set up as produced internally or may not have the correct procurement type assigned.
  Heuristic Selection: The heuristic you are using may not be suitable for the type of products you are trying to plan. Each heuristic has specific requirements regarding the product types it can handle.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data: Verify the configuration of the products in question. Ensure that they are set up as externally procured in the product master data. You can do this by checking the procurement type in the product master (transaction /SAPAPO/MAT1).
  
  
  Use Appropriate Heuristic: If the products are not externally procured, consider using a different heuristic that is suitable for the type of products you are planning. Review the documentation for the heuristics available in your system to find one that matches your product types.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If you are using a planning book or a specific planning scenario, ensure that the parameters and settings are correctly configured to include the types of products you are working with.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific heuristic you are trying to use. This will provide insights into the requirements and limitations of that heuristic.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and the heuristics you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Heuristics in SAP APO: Heuristics are algorithms used in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) to generate planning proposals. Each heuristic has specific rules and conditions under which it operates.
  Product Master Data: The product master data in SAP APO contains essential information about products, including their procurement type, which determines how they are sourced.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on the heuristics and their usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.