How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE764 - Special Procurement Type &1 in Plant &2 - MRP Area &3 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 764

• Message text: Special Procurement Type &1 in Plant &2 - MRP Area &3 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE764 - Special Procurement Type &1 in Plant &2 - MRP Area &3 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE764 indicates that there is an issue with the special procurement type defined for a material in a specific plant and MRP area. This error typically arises during the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process when the system encounters a special procurement type that is not valid or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Procurement Type: The special procurement type specified for the material in the plant and MRP area does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The special procurement type may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant material or plant.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or missing necessary information related to the special procurement type.
  MRP Area Settings: The MRP area settings may not be properly defined, leading to inconsistencies in how the special procurement type is applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Procurement Type:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the special procurement type assigned to the material in the relevant plant and MRP area.
  Ensure that the special procurement type is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings for special procurement types.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path (e.g., Logistics -> Material Management -> Purchasing -> Special Procurement Types) and verify that the special procurement type is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  If the special procurement type is incorrect or missing, update the material master record with the correct special procurement type.
  Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Area Settings:
  
  Verify the MRP area settings to ensure they are correctly defined and that the special procurement type is applicable to the MRP area in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the special procurement types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Procurement Types: These are used in SAP to define how materials are procured, such as through stock transfer, consignment, or subcontracting.
  Material Master Data: This is critical for MRP and includes various views such as Basic Data, Purchasing, and MRP views.
  MRP Areas: These are used to manage planning for specific areas within a plant, allowing for more granular control over inventory and procurement processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management (MM) for further assistance.