How To Fix 61182 - The material is only available from & for materials planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 182

• Message text: The material is only available from & for materials planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61182 - The material is only available from & for materials planning ?

  The SAP error message 61182, "The material is only available from & for materials planning," typically indicates that the material in question is not available for the requested planning period or that it is restricted in some way for materials planning. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when the material is not yet available for production, is on hold, or has been set up with specific availability constraints.
  Causes:
  
  Material Availability Date: The material may not be available until a future date, which is specified in the material master data.
  Stock Levels: There may be insufficient stock levels to meet the demand for the material.
  Planning Parameters: The material may have been set up with specific planning parameters that restrict its availability for certain periods.
  Blocked Stock: The material could be in blocked stock or quality inspection stock, making it unavailable for planning.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have settings that restrict its availability for planning, such as a "not available" status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that the availability date is set correctly and that the material is not blocked or restricted.
  Review Stock Levels: Check the current stock levels to see if there is enough inventory to meet the demand. If not, consider placing a purchase order or production order to replenish stock.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the material is set up with specific planning parameters, consider adjusting these settings to allow for availability in the desired planning period.
  Check for Blocked Stock: Investigate if the material is in blocked stock or quality inspection stock. If so, take the necessary steps to release it for use.
  Consult with the Planning Team: If you are unsure about the settings or the availability of the material, consult with your materials planning team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MMBE (Stock Overview), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to gather more information about the material's status and availability.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to materials management and planning to better understand how material availability is managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.