How To Fix EG686 - You have selected the determine MRU field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 686

• Message text: You have selected the determine MRU field

What causes this issue?

You have selected the <LS>Determine MRU</> (<DS:DE.KZ_ABLEIN>Determine
meter reading unit for periodic replacement list</>) field.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG686 - You have selected the determine MRU field ?

  The SAP error message EG686, which states "You have selected the determine MRU field," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when dealing with material master data. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or selection of the MRU (Material Requirements Unit) field in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The MRU field may not be properly configured in the material master or in the MRP settings.
  Missing Data: The required data for the MRU field may be missing or incomplete in the material master record.
  User Input Error: The user may have selected an option or field that is not valid or applicable in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the MRU field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that all required fields, including the MRU field, are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the MRU field is set up correctly in the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  
  
  
  Review MRP Configuration:
  
  Check the MRP configuration settings in the system (transaction code OMD0) to ensure that the MRU field is correctly defined and that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  User Input Validation:
  
  Ensure that the user is selecting the correct options and that the selections are valid for the current transaction or process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the MRU field. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the MRU field and its implications in your MRP processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), OMD0 (MRP Configuration).
  MRP Views: Ensure that the MRP views in the material master are correctly maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the EG686 error message in SAP.