How To Fix 61630 - Please create an MRP group first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 630

• Message text: Please create an MRP group first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61630 - Please create an MRP group first ?

  The SAP error message "61630: Please create an MRP group first" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) operation, but the system cannot find a valid MRP group assigned to the material or plant in question. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing MRP Group: The most common cause of this error is that the material you are trying to plan does not have an MRP group assigned to it in the material master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The MRP group may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not exist at all.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The MRP group might not be defined for the specific plant you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create an MRP Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMPR (or navigate through the SAP menu: Logistics > Production > MRP > Master Data > MRP Group).
  Create a new MRP group by entering the necessary details such as the MRP group name, description, and any other relevant settings.
  Save the new MRP group.
  
  
  
  Assign MRP Group to Material:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (usually the MRP view).
  Assign the newly created MRP group to the material.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Existing MRP Groups:
  
  If you believe an MRP group should already exist, you can check existing MRP groups using transaction code OMPR or by navigating to the relevant configuration area.
  Ensure that the MRP group is correctly set up and associated with the relevant plants.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the MRP group is valid for the specific plant you are working with. You can check this in the MRP group configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Group: An MRP group is a classification that allows you to group materials with similar planning requirements. It helps in managing the planning process more efficiently.
  Material Master Data: The material master contains all the information about a material that is required to manage it throughout its lifecycle. The MRP view is crucial for MRP processes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMPR: MRP Group Configuration
  
  
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify MRP groups and material master data.
  If you are unsure about the settings, consult with your SAP functional consultant or the person responsible for MRP configuration in your organization.
  After making changes, it may be necessary to re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 61630 in SAP.