How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM260 - No relevant materials exist. Initial supply not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: No relevant materials exist. Initial supply not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM260 - No relevant materials exist. Initial supply not possible ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM260 No relevant materials exist. Initial supply not possible typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with supply chain planning and material management. This error indicates that the system cannot find any relevant materials for the specified planning scenario or demand.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The materials you are trying to plan or supply may not exist in the system or may not be properly set up in the material master.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or selection criteria used in the planning run may not match any existing materials.
  Inactive or Blocked Materials: The materials may be inactive or blocked in the system, preventing them from being considered in planning.
  Incorrect Location or Plant: The materials may not be assigned to the correct plant or location in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP IBP).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the materials you are trying to plan exist in the material master. Ensure that they are active and properly configured.
  Review Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters and selection criteria used in your planning run. Make sure they are set correctly to include the relevant materials.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the materials are not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master record.
  Validate Plant and Location Assignments: Confirm that the materials are assigned to the correct plant and location. If necessary, update the assignments.
  Data Consistency Check: If you are using multiple systems, ensure that data is consistent across them. You may need to run data synchronization jobs or check for any errors in data transfer.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM01 (Create Material) to manage material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.