How To Fix FRMLMSC243 - Specify a target input quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLMSC - RMS-FRM: Miscellaneous Messages for Formula

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Specify a target input quantity

What causes this issue?

You have not entered a target input quantity.

System Response

The system cannot perform any calculations

How to fix this error?

Make quantity and unit entries for the target input quantity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLMSC243 - Specify a target input quantity ?

  The SAP error message FRMLMSC243, which states "Specify a target input quantity," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when a user is trying to create or modify a production order, a material requirement, or a similar transaction that requires a specified quantity of input materials.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a target input quantity to be specified, but it is either missing or not properly defined in the transaction. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Input Quantity: The user did not enter a quantity in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master or production order settings may not be configured correctly to allow for the input quantity.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or oversight in the data entry process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRMLMSC243 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered a valid target input quantity in the appropriate field. This is usually found in the production order or material requirement screen.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is correctly set up. Check the following:
  
  The material type and its settings.
  The relevant views (e.g., MRP, Basic Data) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Validate Production Order Settings: If you are working with a production order, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the target quantity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with. This can provide insights into required fields and configurations.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter or modify the target input quantity.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., PP, MM).
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes (e.g., CO01 for creating production orders, MD01 for MRP runs) that may be related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider additional training or resources on SAP production planning or material management to better understand the system's requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.