How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE140 - With time-phased products planning, MRP lot size & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: With time-phased products planning, MRP lot size & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The MRP type for time-phased product planning is assigned to the
product. However, with time-phased product planning, only the following
lot sizes are allowed:
lot-for-lot order quantity
fixed lot size
optimum lot size

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?

Please specify a valid MRP lot size.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE140 - With time-phased products planning, MRP lot size & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE140 typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when dealing with time-phased product planning and lot sizing. This error indicates that the configuration or settings for the product in question do not allow for the specified lot size to be used in conjunction with time-phased planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incompatible Lot Size Settings: The lot size defined for the material may not be compatible with the time-phased planning settings. For example, if the lot size is set to a fixed quantity, it may not align with the requirements generated by the time-phased planning.
  
  
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy assigned to the material may not support time-phased planning with the current lot size settings. Certain strategies may require specific lot size configurations.
  
  
  Master Data Configuration: The material master data may not be correctly configured for time-phased planning. This includes settings in the MRP view, such as lot size, planning strategy, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not be compatible with time-phased planning. For instance, if the MRP type is set to "PD" (MRP), it may not support certain lot sizes when time-phased planning is enabled.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Lot Size Settings: Check the lot size settings in the material master (MRP view) and ensure they are compatible with time-phased planning. You may need to change the lot size to a variable or other compatible type.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Strategy: Review the planning strategy assigned to the material. If necessary, change it to a strategy that supports time-phased planning with the desired lot size.
  
  
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured. This includes verifying the MRP type, lot size, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring time-phased planning and lot sizes. This can provide insights into best practices and common configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, run a test MRP run to see if the error persists. Monitor the results to ensure that the changes have resolved the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to MRP and time-phased planning in SAP to better understand the underlying principles and configurations.
  
  By addressing the root causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE140 error and successfully implement time-phased product planning with the appropriate lot size settings.