How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNP168 - Not possible to create order, end date is not in SOS validity

/SAPAPO/SNP168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNP -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Not possible to create order, end date is not in SOS validity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP168 - Not possible to create order, end date is not in SOS validity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP168 indicates that there is an issue with creating an order in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. Specifically, the error states that the end date of the order is not within the validity period of the Source of Supply (SOS). This typically occurs in the context of Supply Network Planning (SNP) when the planning data does not align with the available supply.
  
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period of SOS: The Source of Supply (SOS) has a defined validity period, which includes start and end dates. If the end date of the order you are trying to create falls outside this period, the system will not allow the order to be created.
  Incorrect Planning Data: The planning data for the SOS may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in the validity dates.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the product, location, or