How To Fix 6P429 - Requirements date indicator smaller than splitting indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Requirements date indicator smaller than splitting indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P429 - Requirements date indicator smaller than splitting indicator ?

  The SAP error message 6P429 ("Requirements date indicator smaller than splitting indicator") typically occurs in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when there is a mismatch between the requirements date and the splitting indicator settings in the system.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Date Configuration: The requirements date (the date when the material is needed) is set earlier than the splitting indicator date. The splitting indicator is used to determine how the requirements are split across different time periods or production lots.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data settings for the material, such as the MRP type, lot size, or lead times.
  
  
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set in the MRP configuration may not align with the requirements and splitting indicators.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Requirements Date: Review the requirements date for the relevant material and ensure it is set correctly. It should not be earlier than the splitting indicator date.
  
  
  Review Splitting Indicator Settings: Check the splitting indicator settings in the material master or the relevant configuration. Ensure that they are set appropriately for the planning scenario.
  
  
  Adjust MRP Settings: If necessary, adjust the MRP settings for the material. This may involve changing the MRP type, lot size, or lead times to ensure they align with the requirements.
  
  
  Run MRP Again: After making the necessary adjustments, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the splitting indicator and requirements date settings.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue continues, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Configuration: Understanding how MRP works in SAP and the role of various indicators can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the material master data fields related to planning, such as MRP type, lot size, and lead times.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 6P429 in your SAP system.