How To Fix ELP854 - Specify either a usage factor or a reference consumption value

ELP854 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ELP - Messages for Load Profile

• Message number: 854

• Message text: Specify either a usage factor or a reference consumption value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ELP854 - Specify either a usage factor or a reference consumption value ?

  The SAP error message ELP854, which states "Specify either a usage factor or a reference consumption value," typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or production modules, particularly when dealing with material requirements planning (MRP) or production planning.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system expects either a usage factor or a reference consumption value to be specified for a material or product, but neither has been provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Material Master Data: The material master record may not have the necessary data filled in for the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  Production Order: When creating or processing a production order, the system may require these values to calculate the required quantities.
  Planning Parameters: In the planning parameters for a material, if both the usage factor and reference consumption value are missing, the system cannot proceed with the calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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