How To Fix EL353 - MR orders for estimation were created for MRU &1 on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 353

• Message text: MR orders for estimation were created for MRU &1 on &2

What causes this issue?

Meter reading orders and/or billing orders were created for:
&V3& contracts
&V4& installations
The difference between these numbers yields the number of installations
for which orders have been created to which no contract has been
allocated.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL353 - MR orders for estimation were created for MRU &1 on &2 ?

  The SAP error message EL353 indicates that "MR orders for estimation were created for MRU &1 on &2." This message typically relates to the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process in SAP, specifically when dealing with Material Requirements Units (MRU) and the creation of maintenance orders.
  Cause:
  
  MRP Configuration Issues: The error may arise due to incorrect configuration in the MRP settings, particularly related to the Material Requirements Planning parameters.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as material master records or BOM (Bill of Materials) that are not properly set up.
  Missing or Incorrect Estimation Parameters: The estimation parameters for the maintenance orders may not be correctly defined or missing.
  System Errors: Sometimes, this error can occur due to temporary system issues or bugs in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check MRP Configuration: Review the MRP settings in the configuration to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the planning parameters for the relevant materials.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material master records, BOMs, and routing data are correctly maintained and consistent. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Verify Estimation Parameters: Check the estimation parameters for the maintenance orders to ensure they are correctly defined. This may involve reviewing the settings in the maintenance planning module.
  Run MRP Again: After making any necessary adjustments, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  Check for System Notes: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, single-level planning), or IW38 (Change PM Orders) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for MRP and PM (Plant Maintenance) for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EL353 error and implement a solution to resolve it.