How To Fix L2015 - Specify a requirement type for the requirement number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L2 - Transfer requirements

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Specify a requirement type for the requirement number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L2015 - Specify a requirement type for the requirement number ?

  The SAP error message L2015, "Specify a requirement type for the requirement number," typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when the system expects a requirement type to be specified for a given requirement number, but it is missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Requirement Type: The requirement number is not associated with a requirement type in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The requirement type may not be defined in the system or may not be correctly linked to the requirement number.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process where the requirement type was not specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Requirement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Production Planning or Materials Management) and check the settings for requirement types.
  Ensure that the requirement type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Requirement Type:
  
  If the requirement type is missing, you may need to create a new requirement type or assign an existing one to the requirement number.
  Use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or MD61 (Create Planned Independent Requirements) to check and assign the requirement type.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material in question (e.g., Material Master, BOM, Routing) to ensure that all necessary fields, including requirement types, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to requirement types and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to requirement types and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04, MD61, and others related to material requirements planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the L2015 error and ensure that the requirement type is correctly specified for the requirement number in your SAP system.