How To Fix 61315 - Planning file (DBVM) is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Planning file (DBVM) is empty

What causes this issue?

The planning run cannot be carried out as the planning file DBVM is
empty.
No materials have yet been created for the material requirements
planning or
There is a system error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61315 - Planning file (DBVM) is empty ?

  The SAP error message 61315, which states "Planning file (DBVM) is empty," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and forecasting functionalities, particularly in the areas of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or Production Planning (PP). This error indicates that the planning file, which is used to store planning-related data, is empty and thus cannot be processed.
  Causes:
  
  No Planning Data: The planning file is empty because there are no materials or production orders that require planning.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning file may not be correctly configured or initialized for the materials or production processes in question.
  Data Deletion: The planning file data may have been deleted or not generated due to a previous error or misconfiguration.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing or updating the planning file.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that prevent the planning file from being populated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure