How To Fix 6P010 - Please enter either a material number or a reqmts number, or both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Please enter either a material number or a reqmts number, or both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P010 - Please enter either a material number or a reqmts number, or both ?

  The SAP error message 6P010 indicates that the system requires either a material number or a requirements number (or both) to proceed with a particular transaction or operation. This error typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction that requires specific identification of materials or requirements, but neither of the necessary identifiers has been provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying a production order, purchase order, or any other document that requires material identification.
  When trying to access a report or transaction that needs a material or requirements number but the fields are left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should ensure that you provide the required information. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Make sure that you have entered either a valid material number or a requirements number in the relevant fields. If both are required, ensure that both are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Validate Material Number: If you are entering a material number, verify that it exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is valid.
  
  
  Check Requirements Number: If you are using a requirements number, ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing requirement in the system.
  
  
  Review Transaction Context: Understand the context of the transaction you are performing. Some transactions may have specific requirements for input fields, so refer to the documentation or help resources for that transaction.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or Support: If you are unsure about the correct material or requirements number, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you in managing materials and requirements, such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on the specific transaction you are working with, as it may provide insights into required fields and their significance.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider additional training for users on how to properly enter data in SAP to avoid missing required fields.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your SAP transaction successfully.