How To Fix /SAPAPO/SRC022 - No source for PPM usage sought

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SRC -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No source for PPM usage sought

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC022 - No source for PPM usage sought ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC022 No source for PPM usage sought typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with Production Planning and detailed scheduling. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid source for a Planned Production Order (PPM) usage.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Assignment: The most common cause is that there is no source (e.g., a production plant or a vendor) assigned to the PPM (Production Process Model) for the specific product or product variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the PPM or the related master data (like the product master or location master) may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the PPM or related planning objects.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PPM Configuration:
  
  Go to the PPM in the SAP system and ensure that the source assignment is correctly set up. Verify that the relevant production plant or vendor is assigned to the PPM.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data to ensure that the product is correctly defined and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Ensure that the location master data is also correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Planning Version:
  
  Make sure that the planning version you are using has the necessary data. You can check this in the planning book or by using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 to view the planning data.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/PPM to run consistency checks on the PPM and related data. This can help identify any discrepancies or missing assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for Active PPM:
  
  Ensure that the PPM is active and not in a status that would prevent it from being used in planning.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PPM, /SAPAPO/SDP94, and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book views.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.