How To Fix 6R050 - Planning for selected materials carrried out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6R - Messages for Retail MRP

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Planning for selected materials carrried out

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6R050 - Planning for selected materials carrried out ?

  The SAP error message 6R050 typically indicates that planning for the selected materials has already been carried out. This message is often encountered in the context of materials management and production planning within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to execute a planning run (such as MRP - Material Requirements Planning) for materials that have already been processed in a previous planning run. This can happen if:
  
  The planning run was executed recently, and the system has not yet updated the status of the materials.
  The materials are locked for planning due to ongoing processes or settings in the system.
  The user is trying to re-run planning for materials that are not eligible for planning again at that moment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the 6R050 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Status: Verify if the planning run has indeed been executed for the selected materials. You can check the planning status in the material master or MRP lists.
  
  
  Review MRP Settings: Ensure that the MRP settings for the materials are correctly configured. Check if the materials are set to be planned and if there are any restrictions.
  
  
  Wait for Update: If the planning run was executed recently, it may be necessary to wait for the system to update the status of the materials before attempting to run planning again.
  
  
  Unlock Materials: If the materials are locked for planning, you may need to unlock them. This can be done by checking for any ongoing processes or transactions that might be holding the lock.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to MRP and planning runs for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (MRP for Single Material), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to monitor and manage planning activities.
  MRP Configuration: Understanding MRP configuration settings in the SAP system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error message 6R050 for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and continue with your planning activities in SAP.