How To Fix 69972 - No PRF/PRF-subsections exist for the stock indicator entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 972

• Message text: No PRF/PRF-subsections exist for the stock indicator entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69972 - No PRF/PRF-subsections exist for the stock indicator entered ?

  The SAP error message 69972, which states "No PRF/PRF-subsections exist for the stock indicator entered," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when the system is unable to find the necessary data related to the stock indicator you are trying to use. This error is often associated with the planning and forecasting functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The stock indicator you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system. This could mean that there are no corresponding PRF (Planning and Forecasting) or PRF subsections defined for the stock indicator.
  Incorrect Stock Indicator: The stock indicator entered may be incorrect or not applicable for the material or scenario you are working with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the stock indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the stock indicator you are using has the necessary PRF and PRF subsections defined.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., SPRO > Logistics > Material Management > Inventory Management > Define Stock Indicators).
  
  
  
  Verify Stock Indicator:
  
  Ensure that the stock indicator you are using is valid and applicable for the material in question. You can check the material master data to see the stock indicators assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain PRF Data:
  
  If the PRF/PRF subsections are missing, you may need to create or maintain them. This can usually be done in the customizing settings or through transaction codes related to planning and forecasting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the stock indicator and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Material Master: Understanding the material master data structure and how stock indicators are defined can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.