How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNPOPT116 - Production process model/PDS &1: Minimum production lot not considered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNPOPT -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Production process model/PDS &1: Minimum production lot not considered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT116 - Production process model/PDS &1: Minimum production lot not considered ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT116 indicates that there is an issue with the production process model (PDS) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that the minimum production lot size defined in the PDS is not being considered during the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Minimum Lot Size Not Met: The production process model (PDS) has a defined minimum production lot size, and the planned order or production quantity is below this minimum threshold.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the PDS or the planning settings that prevent the minimum lot size from being applied correctly.
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy being used may not be compatible with the minimum lot size settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the PDS or material master, that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Minimum Lot Size: Review the minimum production lot size defined in the PDS. Ensure that the planned order quantity meets or exceeds this minimum.
  
  Navigate to the PDS in transaction /SAPAPO/PDS and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the planned order quantity is consistently below the minimum lot size, consider adjusting the planning parameters or the order quantity in the planning run.
  
  
  Review Planning Strategy: Ensure that the planning strategy being used is appropriate for the product and that it aligns with the minimum lot size requirements.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If there are inconsistencies in the master data, update the relevant data in the material master or PDS to ensure that the minimum lot size is correctly defined and applied.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PDS, /SAPAPO/SDP94, or /SAPAPO/MC90 to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.