How To Fix /SAPAPO/SRC015 - No source of supply for consignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SRC -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No source of supply for consignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC015 - No source of supply for consignment ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC015 No source of supply for consignment typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid source of supply for a consignment stock requirement. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Source of Supply: There may not be any valid source of supply defined for the material in the system. This could be due to missing vendor information or incorrect master data settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material might not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to identify a source of supply.
  
  
  Consignment Stock Settings: The settings for consignment stock may not be configured properly in the system, which can prevent the system from recognizing available sources.
  
  
  Material Availability: The material may not be available in the required quantity at the identified source of supply.
  
  
  Location or Plant Issues: The source of supply may not be valid for the specific location or plant where the requirement is being generated.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the material master data is correctly set up, including the vendor and source of supply information. Ensure that the consignment stock settings are properly configured.
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters for the material in the APO system. Ensure that the source of supply is correctly defined and that the planning strategy allows for consignment stock.
  
  
  Update Source of Supply: If there are no valid sources of supply, you may need to create or update the source of supply in the system. This can involve adding a vendor or adjusting the procurement type.
  
  
  Check Availability: Ensure that the required quantity of the material is available at the identified source of supply. If not, consider adjusting the procurement or planning strategy.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration settings related to consignment stock and source of supply determination.
  
  
  Run Planning Runs: After making necessary adjustments, run the planning runs again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for checking the source of supply) to analyze the situation further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.