How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNPOPT171 - Product &1 at location &2: External procurement of larger qty costs less

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNPOPT -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Product &1 at location &2: External procurement of larger qty costs less

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT171 - Product &1 at location &2: External procurement of larger qty costs less ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNPOPT171 typically indicates that there is a discrepancy in the cost structure for external procurement of a product at a specific location. The message suggests that the cost of procuring a larger quantity of the product externally is less than the cost of procuring a smaller quantity, which may lead to inefficiencies in planning and procurement.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Structure Issues: The cost of external procurement may not be set up correctly in the system. This could be due to incorrect pricing conditions or missing data in the pricing tables.
  Quantity Breaks: There may be quantity breaks defined in the pricing conditions that make larger quantities cheaper.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may not be aligned with the actual cost structure, leading to suboptimal procurement decisions.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data for the product or location, such as incorrect procurement type or sourcing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions for the product in the relevant pricing tables (e.g., condition records in the pricing procedure) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review and adjust the planning parameters for the product to ensure they reflect the actual cost structure and procurement strategy.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and location is accurate, including procurement types, sourcing information, and any relevant attributes.
  Consult with Procurement Team: Work with the procurement team to understand the rationale behind the pricing structure and to ensure that it aligns with the overall procurement strategy.
  Analyze Cost Drivers: Conduct a detailed analysis of the cost drivers for external procurement to identify any discrepancies or areas for improvement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MEK1 (Create Condition) or MEK2 (Change Condition) to review and adjust pricing conditions.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to review and update material master data.
  APO Planning Books: If you are using SAP APO, check the planning books and data views to ensure that the planning parameters are correctly set.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on pricing conditions and procurement processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP APO and procurement processes.