How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_PT653 - Lot size &1 is smaller than the minimum lot size in production version &2

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_PT -

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Lot size &1 is smaller than the minimum lot size in production version &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_PT653 - Lot size &1 is smaller than the minimum lot size in production version &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_PT653 Lot size &1 is smaller than the minimum lot size in production version &2 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with production planning and scheduling. This error indicates that the lot size specified for a production order or planned order is smaller than the minimum lot size defined in the production version for the material.
  Cause:
  
  Lot Size Configuration: The production version for the material has a defined minimum lot size that is greater than the lot size being proposed or used in the planning process.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings in the APO system may not align with the production version settings, leading to discrepancies in lot sizes.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data for the material, such as incorrect production versions or lot size settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Production Version: Review the production version for the material in question. Ensure that the minimum lot size is correctly defined and that it aligns with your planning requirements.
  
  Transaction Code: C223 (for production version maintenance).
  
  
  
  Adjust Lot Size: If the lot size being proposed is indeed too small, consider adjusting it to meet the minimum lot size requirement defined in the production version.
  
  You can do this in the planning settings or during the creation of the production order.
  
  
  
  Modify Planning Parameters: If necessary, adjust the planning parameters in the APO system to ensure that they are consistent with the production version settings.
  
  This may involve changing the lot size strategy or other related settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the material is accurate and up-to-date. Check for any discrepancies in the material master, production version, and related settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on configuring lot sizes and production versions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Lot Size Types: Understand the different types of lot sizes (e.g., fixed lot size, minimum lot size, maximum lot size) and how they are configured in the system.
  Production Planning: Familiarize yourself with the production planning process in SAP, including how production versions and lot sizes interact.
  Error Handling: Learn about common error handling techniques in SAP APO to troubleshoot similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your production planning aligns with the defined parameters in the system.