How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF202 - Shelf life propagation error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Shelf life propagation error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF202 - Shelf life propagation error ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF202 is related to shelf life propagation in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically within the Supply Network Planning (SNP) component. This error typically occurs when there are issues with the shelf life data of products during planning runs.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Shelf Life Data: The product may have incorrect or missing shelf life data in the material master or in the APO system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the shelf life data in the APO system and the data in the ERP system.
  Planning Object Issues: The planning object (like a product or location) may not be set up correctly to handle shelf life propagation.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for shelf life management in APO may not be correctly defined.
  Time Period Issues: The planning horizon may not align with the shelf life of the products, leading to propagation errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the shelf life data is correctly maintained in the material master (e.g., shelf life, minimum remaining shelf life).
  Ensure that the relevant views (like MRP view) are properly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review APO Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in APO for shelf life management. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  Make sure that the shelf life propagation settings are correctly defined in the SNP profile.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks between the ERP and APO systems to ensure that the shelf life data is synchronized.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSN1 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Planning Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning objects involved in the planning run are correctly configured to handle shelf life propagation.
  Check if the product is assigned to the correct planning area and that the planning area settings support shelf life management.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon:
  
  If the planning horizon is too short or does not cover the shelf life of the products, consider extending it to accommodate the shelf life requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to shelf life management and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to shelf life propagation errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSN1 for consistency checks and /SAPAPO/SNP1 for SNP planning.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the /SAPAPO/SNP_SHLF202 error in your SAP system.