How To Fix EL213 - You have not specified scheduled MR cat. or use of MR cat. from sched.

EL213 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 213

• Message text: You have not specified scheduled MR cat. or use of MR cat. from sched.

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Meter reading orders cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Make an entry in one of the fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL213 - You have not specified scheduled MR cat. or use of MR cat. from sched. ?

  The SAP error message EL213, which states "You have not specified scheduled MR cat. or use of MR cat. from sched.," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when dealing with scheduling in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specific scheduling category for the material requirements, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The scheduling category for the material might not be defined in the material master or in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect MRP Settings: The MRP settings for the material may not be properly configured, leading to the absence of a scheduled MR category.
  User Input Error: The user may have failed to input the necessary information when creating or modifying the MRP parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the MRP views. Ensure that the scheduling category is specified correctly.
  If the material is not set