How To Fix 6P476 - Planning is only possible with material & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Planning is only possible with material & &

What causes this issue?

You selected the planning strategy <ZH>Planning with planning
material</> for this material. In this planning strategy, the planned
independent requirements are entered for the planning material.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P476 - Planning is only possible with material & & ?

  The SAP error message "6P476 Planning is only possible with material & &" typically occurs in the context of production planning or materials management when the system is unable to perform planning activities for a specific material. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be set up correctly in the material master. This includes missing or incorrect data in the planning views.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked for planning or have a status that prevents it from being used in planning processes.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not be defined, or they may be set incorrectly.
  Material Type: The material type may not be compatible with the planning process you are trying to execute.
  Missing MRP Data: The material may not have the necessary MRP (Material Requirements Planning) data maintained, such as MRP type, lot size, or procurement type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that all relevant planning views (MRP 1, MRP 2, etc.) are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the material is marked as "active" and not blocked for planning.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check the material status in the material master. Ensure that it is not set to a status that restricts planning (e.g., "Blocked for MRP").
  
  
  
  Maintain Planning Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all necessary planning parameters are filled out in the MRP views of the material master. This includes MRP type, lot size, and procurement type.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type:
  
  Confirm that the material type is appropriate for the planning process you are trying to execute. Some material types may not be intended for planning.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Data:
  
  If the material is intended for MRP, ensure that all required MRP data is maintained. This includes MRP type, planning strategy, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MD01 (MRP Run), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) can be useful for checking and maintaining material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management or production planning.