How To Fix EMDUS117 - Assign a profile to consumption pattern &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMDUS -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Assign a profile to consumption pattern &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMDUS117 - Assign a profile to consumption pattern &1 ?

  The SAP error message EMDUS117, which states "Assign a profile to consumption pattern &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Demand Management or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) modules. This error indicates that a consumption pattern has been defined, but it does not have an associated profile assigned to it. 
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile Assignment: The consumption pattern defined in the system does not have a corresponding profile assigned to it. This can happen if the configuration was not completed or if the profile was deleted or not created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to consumption patterns and profiles in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EMDUS117 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Consumption Pattern:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MD61 for planning or MD02 for MRP) and check the consumption pattern that is causing the error.
  Identify the consumption pattern number (represented by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Assign a Profile:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for consumption patterns. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Production ? Demand Management ? Consumption ? Define Consumption Profiles.
  
  
  Create a new profile or select an existing one that fits your requirements.
  Assign the profile to the consumption pattern that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up and that the consumption pattern is correctly linked to the material.
  You can check this in the material master (transaction MM03) under the MRP views.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by running the relevant transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the profiles and consumption patterns, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD61 (Create Planning), MD02 (MRP Run), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EMDUS117 error and ensure that your consumption patterns are correctly configured in SAP.