How To Fix 61686 - Planning file entries for MRP areas are not converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Planning file entries for MRP areas are not converted

What causes this issue?

Planning file entries for MRP areas have not yet been converted.
MRP areas at client level cannot be carried out until the planning file
entries for MRP areas have been converted.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Start the conversion of the planning file entries for MRP areas. This
function is in Customizing, under Material Requirements Planning /
<DS:TRAN.OM0F>Planning file entries</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61686 - Planning file entries for MRP areas are not converted ?

  The SAP error message 61686, which states "Planning file entries for MRP areas are not converted," typically occurs during the conversion of planning file entries in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when working with MRP areas. This error indicates that there are planning file entries that are not being processed correctly for the specified MRP areas.
  Causes:
  
  MRP Area Configuration: The MRP areas may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the planning file entries related to the MRP areas.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the planning file entries for the MRP areas.
  System Settings: Incorrect system settings or parameters related to MRP areas could lead to this error.
  Version Compatibility: If there are version mismatches or if the system has not been updated properly, it may lead to issues with planning file entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check MRP Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the MRP areas are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the MRP area configuration settings.
  Verify that the relevant materials are assigned to the correct MRP areas.
  
  
  
  Review Planning File Entries:
  
  Use transaction code MD21 to display the planning file entries and check for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  If necessary, delete and recreate the planning file entries for the affected MRP areas.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the planning file entries. Check the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  Review the MRP settings in the configuration to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the parameters related to MRP areas.
  
  
  
  Run MRP Again:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists. You can use transaction code MD01 or MD02 to execute MRP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, Multi-level MRP), and MD21 (Display Planning File Entries).
  MRP Areas: Understand the concept of MRP areas in SAP, which allows for more granular planning at the storage location or plant level.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and help files for detailed information on MRP and planning file entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.