How To Fix 6P446 - Requirements date indicator equals splitting indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Requirements date indicator equals splitting indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P446 - Requirements date indicator equals splitting indicator ?

  The SAP error message 6P446, which states "Requirements date indicator equals 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 in the system.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the material master or the configuration of the MRP may not align properly, leading to inconsistencies in how requirements are processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the production order or planned order can lead to this error. For example, if the requirements date is set to a value that conflicts with the splitting indicator.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the material master data, such as incorrect settings for the splitting indicator or requirements date indicator, can trigger this error.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set in the MRP configuration may not be compatible with the requirements date and splitting indicator settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the material in question. Pay particular attention to the MRP views and the splitting indicator settings.
  
  
  
  Review Production/Planned Orders:
  
  Check the production or planned orders that are causing the error. Ensure that the requirements date and splitting indicator are set correctly and do not conflict.
  
  
  
  Adjust MRP Settings:
  
  Review the MRP configuration settings (transaction code OMD0) to ensure that the requirements date and splitting indicator settings are correctly defined and aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the requirements date indicator and splitting indicator to understand their intended use and configuration.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making any changes, run a test to see if the error persists. You may need to re-run the MRP or regenerate the production orders.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Material Master), OMD0 (MRP Configuration), CO02 (Change Production Order), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in data entry and MRP processes are trained on the correct procedures to minimize data entry errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the 6P446 error in SAP.