How To Fix M2303 - ***** Formula, requirement or external routine used...

M2303 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 303

• Message text: ***** Formula, requirement or external routine used...

What causes this issue?

When determining the key figure a formula, a requirement or an
external routine is used.
Formula: &V1&
Requirement: &V2&
External routine: program &V3&, routine &V4&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2303 - ***** Formula, requirement or external routine used... ?

  The SAP error message M2303 typically indicates an issue with a formula, requirement, or external routine used in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or production planning. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a production order, when running MRP, or when processing a material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Formula or Requirement: The formula or requirement defined in the material master or in the production process may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Missing External Routine: If the system is trying to call an external routine that is not available or not properly defined, this error can occur.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system for MRP or production planning may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Formula/Requirement: Review the formula or requirement that is causing the error. Ensure