How To Fix M3079 - Splitting indicator requires MRP type in profile

M3079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Splitting indicator requires MRP type in profile

What causes this issue?

You have selected the splitting indicator field in order to copy it to
the profile. However, it can only be copied if you also specify an MRP
type in the profile.

How to fix this error?

Select the MRP type field on the selection screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3079 - Splitting indicator requires MRP type in profile ?

  The SAP error message M3079, which states "Splitting indicator requires MRP type in profile," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when there is an issue with the configuration of the material master data or the MRP profile.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a specific MRP type to be defined in the MRP profile for a material, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured. The splitting indicator is used to determine how the system should handle the splitting of requirements for a material, and it requires a valid MRP type to function correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the MRP views (usually MRP 1, MRP 2, etc.) to ensure that the MRP type is correctly assigned.
  If the MRP type is missing, you will need to update the material master with