How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_DAAG059 - Residence time undefined for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_DAAG - Data Aging Message Class

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Residence time undefined for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_DAAG059 - Residence time undefined for &1 ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_DAAG059, which states "Residence time undefined for &1," typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with purchasing or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the residence time for a specific material or item, which is necessary for various calculations and processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The residence time for the material may not have been defined in the system. This can happen if the material master data is incomplete or if the relevant configuration settings in the system have not been maintained.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record for the item in question may not have the necessary data filled in, particularly in the purchasing or inventory management views.
  Customizing Settings: There may be a lack of customizing settings related to the residence time in the relevant configuration areas of SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the material indicated by &1.
  Ensure that the residence time is defined in the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing, MRP).
  If it is missing, you may need to update the material master with the appropriate residence time.
  
  
  
  Maintain Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to residence time. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under Materials Management.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration and navigate to the relevant sections to define residence time.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand how residence time is defined and used.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the material master and configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object for customizing)
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP) are properly maintained.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message APPL_MM_PUR_DAAG059 and ensure that the residence time is properly defined for the material in question.