How To Fix M2501 - Not possible to determine suggested values

M2501 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Not possible to determine suggested values

What causes this issue?

Default values can only be determined if you have specified a source
field.
If the source field is missing (e.g. during an update which makes use of
formulas), it is impossible to determine default values.

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.

M2501 - Details

• The SAP error message M2501, which states "Not possible to determine suggested values," typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with material requirements planning (MRP) or when trying to generate suggestions for procurement or production.
  Causes of M2501 Error
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The error can occur if there is missing or incomplete master data for the material, such as:
  
  Material master data is not maintained properly.
  Missing or incorrect BOM (Bill of Materials) or routing information.
  Missing vendor information for purchasing.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the MRP or procurement settings can lead to this error. This includes:
  
  Incorrect settings in the MRP type or lot size.
  Missing planning parameters.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as:
  
  The material is marked as "not relevant for planning."
  The material status is set to "blocked" or "inactive."
  
  
  
  Planning File Entries: If the planning file entries are not updated or are missing, the system may not be able to