How To Fix 09247 - Required entry for plant not made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 09 -

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Required entry for plant not made

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 09247 - Required entry for plant not made ?

  The SAP error message "09247 Required entry for plant not made" typically occurs when a required field related to the plant is not filled in during a transaction or process. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Materials Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A transaction is being processed that requires a plant code, but the plant field is left blank or not properly defined.
  The plant may not be assigned to the relevant material or master data.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Ensure that you are entering the plant code in the required field. If the field is mandatory, it must be filled out.
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check if the material is assigned to the correct plant.
  If the material is not assigned to any plant, you may need to create or update the material master record (Transaction Code: MM01 or MM02).
  
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the plant is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define, copy, delete, check plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Review Customization Settings: If the error persists, review any custom settings or enhancements that may affect the plant assignment in the relevant module.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific requirements for the transaction you are performing, refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering required fields and understanding the implications of missing data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the "09247 Required entry for plant not made" error in SAP.