How To Fix FSH_DEM_PIR023 - Requirement with material &1, plant &2, already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_DEM_PIR - Fashion specific Planned Independent Requirements

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Requirement with material &1, plant &2, already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_DEM_PIR023 - Requirement with material &1, plant &2, already exists ?

  The SAP error message FSH_DEM_PIR023 indicates that there is a requirement for a specific material in a particular plant that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of demand management or planning, where the system is trying to create a new requirement but finds that a similar requirement already exists.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already a demand or requirement for the specified material and plant combination in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error in data entry, leading to the creation of a duplicate requirement.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings may allow for the creation of requirements that conflict with existing ones.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Requirements: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or MD05 (Individual Display of MRP List) to check if there is already a requirement for the specified material and plant.
  If a requirement already exists, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry: 
  
  Ensure that the data being entered is correct and does not inadvertently create duplicates. Double-check the material number, plant, and other relevant details.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: 
  
  If the error is related to planning parameters, review the settings in the planning configuration to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in the context of your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04, MD05, and others related to demand management and material requirements planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify requirements in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.