How To Fix 61279 - Lot-sizing procedure &1 not allowed for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Lot-sizing procedure &1 not allowed for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61279 - Lot-sizing procedure &1 not allowed for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message "61279 Lot-sizing procedure &1 not allowed for material &2" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the lot-sizing procedure defined in the material master and the requirements of the planning run or transaction you are trying to execute. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Lot-Sizing Procedure Configuration: The lot-sizing procedure defined for the material in the material master may not be compatible with the planning strategy or the type of planning you are trying to perform (e.g., MRP, production planning).
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have been set up incorrectly, or the lot-sizing procedure may not be appropriate for the material type or the specific planning scenario.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area or the configuration of the planning run may not support the specified lot-sizing procedure for the material in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 or MM03).
  Check the "MRP" view and verify the lot-sizing procedure assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the lot-sizing procedure is appropriate for the material type and the planning strategy being used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Lot-Sizing Procedure:
  
  If the lot-sizing procedure is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid one that is allowed for the material.
  Common lot-sizing procedures include "EX" (exact lot size), "HB" (lot-for-lot), "FX" (fixed lot size), etc. Choose one that fits your planning needs.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Strategy:
  
  Ensure that the planning strategy assigned to the material is compatible with the lot-sizing procedure.
  If necessary, adjust the planning strategy in the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for the lot-sizing procedures in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the lot-sizing procedure is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the lot-sizing procedures and their compatibility with different materials and planning strategies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 / MM03: To change/view material master data.
  MD02: To run MRP for a material.
  SPRO: To access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Lot-Sizing Procedures: Familiarize yourself with the different lot-sizing procedures available in SAP and their implications on inventory management and production planning.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to lot-sizing procedures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the lot-sizing procedure is correctly configured for the material in question.