How To Fix VBX009 - Characteristic-based ATP is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VBX - Distribution of Selection Criteria: Batch Determination

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Characteristic-based ATP is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VBX009 - Characteristic-based ATP is not active ?

  The SAP error message VBX009: Characteristic-based ATP is not active typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when using the Available-to-Promise (ATP) functionality in SAP. This error indicates that the characteristic-based ATP check is not enabled for the material or product you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic-Based ATP Not Activated: The characteristic-based ATP check is not activated in the system settings for the specific material or product.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be configured to use characteristic-based ATP.
  ATP Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system for ATP may not be set up correctly to allow for characteristic-based checks.
  Product Type: The product type may not support characteristic-based ATP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Characteristic-Based ATP:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Shipping > Basic Shipping Functions > Availability Check > Define Availability Check.
  Ensure that the characteristic-based ATP is activated for the relevant material or product.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Check the Sales Organization Data and Plant Data views.
  Ensure that the ATP check is set to use characteristic-based ATP.
  
  
  
  Review ATP Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for ATP in the IMG.
  Ensure that the settings for characteristic-based ATP are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Product Type:
  
  Ensure that the product type you are using supports characteristic-based ATP. If not, consider changing the product type or using a different method for ATP checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on enabling and configuring characteristic-based ATP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the ATP check works as expected without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master), SPRO (Customizing), or other relevant transaction codes to access the necessary settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and material master settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.