How To Fix 6P498 - Consumption indicator & is not possible with this requirements class

6P498 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 498

• Message text: Consumption indicator & is not possible with this requirements class

What causes this issue?

The consumption indicator used here with this requirements type does
not correspond to the default value that was maitained in Customizing
for the consumption indicator.

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?

Check;
the consumption indicator in the item screen
the consumption indicator in Customizing for demand management (Default
values -> Consumption type)
if necessary, the consumption indicator in the requirements parameters.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P498 - Consumption indicator & is not possible with this requirements class ?

  The SAP error message 6P498 typically indicates an issue related to the consumption indicator in the context of a requirements class. This error often arises in scenarios involving material requirements planning (MRP) or production planning, where the system is unable to process a consumption indicator due to the settings in the requirements class.
  
  Cause:
  The error message 6P498 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incompatible Consumption Indicator: The consumption indicator set for the material does not match the requirements class settings. This can happen if the consumption indicator is not allowed for the specific type of requirement or if it is not configured correctly in the material master.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The requirements class may not be configured to allow the specific consumption indicator being used. This can happen if the requirements class is set up incorrectly or if there are restrictions on the consumption indicators that can be used.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material