How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_PT651 - Source of supply does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_PT -

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Source of supply does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_PT651 - Source of supply does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_PT651 Source of supply does not exist typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid source of supply for a particular product or location. This can happen during planning runs, when trying to create a purchase order, or when executing a heuristic.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Source of Supply: The most common cause is that there is no source of supply defined for the product in the relevant location. This could be due to missing vendor information, or the product not being assigned to any supplier.
  
  
  Inactive or Blocked Source: The source of supply may exist but could be inactive or blocked, preventing it from being used in planning.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be issues with the master data setup, such as incorrect product or location data, or missing planning information.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or settings to find a source of supply.
  
  
  Time Period Issues: The time period for which the planning is being executed may not have any valid sources of supply defined.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Source of Supply: Verify that a valid source of supply is defined for the product in the relevant location. This can be done in the transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC3 or through the product master data.
  
  
  Activate/Unblock Source: If the source of supply exists but is inactive or blocked, take the necessary steps to activate or unblock it.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and location is correctly set up. This includes checking the material master, vendor master, and any relevant planning data.
  
  
  Check Planning Version: Make sure that the planning version being used has the necessary data. You may need to switch to a different version or update the current version.
  
  
  Adjust Time Period: If the planning is being executed for a specific time period, ensure that there are valid sources of supply defined for that period.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use the consistency check tools available in SAP APO to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC3 for location product master, /SAPAPO/MAT1 for material master, and /SAPAPO/RRP3 for the interactive planning board.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on setting up sources of supply and managing master data in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/RRP_PT651 Source of supply does not exist error message.