How To Fix 6P035 - Requirements type cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Requirements type cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P035 - Requirements type cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message 6P035 ("Requirements type cannot be changed") typically occurs in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or when dealing with production planning and control. This error indicates that the system is unable to change the requirements type for a particular material or planning scenario due to certain constraints or settings.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Requirements Type: The requirements type may be locked for the material or the specific planning scenario, preventing any changes.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the change.
  Dependencies: The requirements type might be linked to other settings or configurations that do not allow for changes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the requirements type.
  Material Status: The material might be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that the requirements type is not locked or restricted. You can do this by navigating to the material master record in transaction MM03.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the customizing transaction SPRO to ensure that the requirements type is correctly defined and not restricted.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the requirements type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or linked settings that might be preventing the change. This could involve checking related planning parameters or settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details regarding the requirements type and its constraints.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the implications of changing requirements types and the associated processes in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.