How To Fix LD264 - The material-dependent rate is larger than the maximum rate of the line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 264

• Message text: The material-dependent rate is larger than the maximum rate of the line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD264 - The material-dependent rate is larger than the maximum rate of the line ?

  The SAP error message LD264, which states "The material-dependent rate is larger than the maximum rate of the line," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with line capacities in SAP's logistics modules.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the production rate defined for a specific material exceeds the maximum allowable production rate for the production line or work center. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The material's production rate may have been incorrectly set in the material master or in the routing.
  Line Capacity Settings: The maximum rate for the production line or work center may not be configured correctly, or it may not be aligned with the material's production requirements.
  Changes in Production Requirements: If there have been recent changes in the production requirements or the material's specifications, the existing settings may no longer be valid.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the material master, routing, and work center settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LD264 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the production data for the material in question. Ensure that the production rate is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Work Center Settings:
  
  Access the work center (transaction code CR01 or CR02) and verify the maximum production rate settings. Ensure that it is configured to accommodate the material's production rate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Routing:
  
  Check the routing (transaction code CA03) for the material and ensure that the production rate specified in the routing matches the capabilities of the work center.
  
  
  
  Update Production Rate:
  
  If the material's production rate is indeed higher than the maximum rate of the line, consider adjusting the material's production rate to be within the limits of the work center.
  
  
  
  Consult with Production Planning:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, consult with your production planning team to ensure that the rates are aligned with production capabilities and requirements.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test run to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that production can proceed as planned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master), CR01/CR02 (Work Center), and CA03 (Routing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on production planning and control to understand how material rates and work center capacities interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the LD264 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.