How To Fix EEWMSDSM002 - Enter a planning strategy group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMSDSM - IS-U: Disaggregation in Work Management

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter a planning strategy group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMSDSM002 - Enter a planning strategy group ?

  The SAP error message EEWMSDSM002 indicates that a planning strategy group needs to be entered in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when the system requires a specific planning strategy to be defined for a material or product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Strategy Group: The most common cause of this error is that the planning strategy group has not been defined for the material in question. This could be due to incomplete master data setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not have been properly set up, leading to the absence of a planning strategy group.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the planning strategy group was not filled in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM02 or MM03).
  Check the relevant views (usually the MRP or MRP 2 view) to see if the planning strategy group is filled in.
  If it is missing, you will need to enter the appropriate planning strategy group based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Define Planning Strategy Group:
  
  If you do not have a planning strategy group defined, you may need to create one. This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Production > Basic Data > Planning Strategy and define the necessary planning strategies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the planning strategies is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the settings for MRP and production planning.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the correct planning strategy groups to use for different materials.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users involved in data entry are trained on the importance of filling in the planning strategy group and how to do it correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Strategies: These are methods used in SAP to determine how materials are planned and produced. Common strategies include Make-to-Stock (MTS), Make-to-Order (MTO), and others.
  Material Master Views: Understanding the different views in the Material Master (like MRP, Sales, and Basic Data) is crucial for effective material management.
  SAP Notes and Community: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. The SAP Community forums can also be a valuable resource for troubleshooting and solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message EEWMSDSM002 and ensure that the planning strategy group is correctly set up for your materials.