How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM555 - Quantity variance for require part &1: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Quantity variance for require part &1: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM555 - Quantity variance for require part &1: &3 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM555 Quantity variance for required part &1: &3 typically occurs in the context of materials management and production planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the required quantity of a part (material) and the quantity that is available or planned.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The required quantity of the part (material) does not match the available quantity in stock or the planned quantity in the production order.
  Incorrect Planning: The planning parameters or settings may not be correctly configured, leading to incorrect requirements being generated.
  Stock Issues: There may be stock shortages or incorrect stock levels due to previous transactions not being updated correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the production order or material requirements planning (MRP) settings can lead to discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: Issues in the configuration of the material master or MRP settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels of the required part (material) in the system. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check the stock overview.
  Review Production Orders: Check the production orders to ensure that the required quantities are correctly defined. Use transaction code CO03 to display the production order.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the planning parameters are incorrect, adjust them in the material master or MRP settings. Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  Re-run MRP: If there are discrepancies, consider re-running the MRP to update the requirements and stock levels. Use transaction code MD02 for single-item planning or MD01 for total planning.
  Check for Open Purchase Orders: Ensure that there are no open purchase orders that could affect the availability of the required part.
  Consult with the Team: If the issue persists, consult with the production planning or materials management team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE (Stock Overview), CO03 (Display Production Order), MM02 (Change Material), MD02 (Single-Item Planning), and MD01 (Total Planning).
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, including the MRP type, lot size, and safety stock levels.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on materials management and production planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.