How To Fix /SAPAPO/SOR202 - Product &1 is flagged as obsolete at all entry locations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SOR -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Product &1 is flagged as obsolete at all entry locations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR202 - Product &1 is flagged as obsolete at all entry locations ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR202 indicates that a specific product (denoted by &1) is flagged as obsolete at all entry locations in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. This typically means that the product is no longer available for planning or order processing, which can disrupt supply chain operations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Obsolescence Flag: The product has been marked as obsolete in the system, which can happen due to various reasons such as:
  
  The product is being phased out.
  A new version of the product has been introduced.
  The product is no longer manufactured or sold.
  
  
  
  Master Data Settings: The product's master data settings may have been updated to reflect its obsolescence, affecting all locations where the product is stored or sold.
  
  
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product may have been set to prevent any further transactions or planning activities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Product Status: Check the product master data in the SAP system to confirm its status. You can do this by navigating to the product master data transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master).
  
  
  Update Obsolescence Flag: If the product should not be obsolete, you can remove the obsolescence flag. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the product master data.
  Changing the status from "obsolete" to "active" or "available".
  
  
  
  Check Entry Locations: Ensure that the product is not flagged as obsolete at any of the entry locations. You may need to check the location-specific settings.
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the product is indeed obsolete, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product management, sales) to determine the next steps, such as transitioning customers to a new product.
  
  
  Update Planning Books: If the product is being replaced, ensure that planning books and other related configurations are updated to reflect the new product.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing product master data, such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master and /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning book settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on managing product obsolescence and related master data settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product master data and planning settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your planning processes are not disrupted by obsolete products.