How To Fix 6P015 - Please enter requirements date or copy reference data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Please enter requirements date or copy reference data

What causes this issue?

A requirement contains at least a date and a quantity. You can create a
requirement in one of two ways: Either enter the date directly or copy
the reference date.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P015 - Please enter requirements date or copy reference data ?

  The SAP error message 6P015 ("Please enter requirements date or copy reference data") typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying a purchase requisition or a similar document where a requirements date is expected but not provided. This error indicates that the system requires a date to determine when the materials or services are needed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Requirements Date: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a requirements date in the relevant field.
  Copying Data: If you are trying to copy data from another document (like a purchase order or another requisition), and the reference document does not have a requirements date, the system will prompt this error.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration settings in the material management module may require a requirements date for certain types of documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Requirements Date: Ensure that you enter a valid requirements date in the appropriate field when creating or modifying the document.
  Copy Reference Data: If you are copying from another document, check that the reference document has a requirements date filled in. If it does not, you may need to manually enter the date in the new document.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to purchase requisitions or the specific document type you are working with. They may need to adjust settings to make the requirements date optional if that aligns with your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), etc.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on handling purchase requisitions and understanding the requirements date field.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields when creating or modifying documents in SAP to avoid such errors.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further investigation.