How To Fix M3081 - Choose another MRP type since the profile contains a splitting indicator

M3081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Choose another MRP type since the profile contains a splitting indicator

What causes this issue?

You have specified a breakdown indicator in the profile. However,
before this indicator can be copied to the profile, you must choose an
MRP type that is based on forecasting.

How to fix this error?

Either enter an MRP type that uses forecasting
or deselect the breakdown indicator field on the selection screen.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3081 - Choose another MRP type since the profile contains a splitting indicator ?

  The SAP error message M3081, which states "Choose another MRP type since the profile contains a splitting indicator," typically occurs during the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process. This error indicates that the MRP type you are trying to use is not compatible with the settings defined in the MRP profile for the material in question.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following factors:
  
  MRP Type Compatibility: The MRP type you are trying to assign to the material is not compatible with the splitting indicator defined in the MRP profile. The splitting indicator is used to determine how the system should handle the planning of materials that can be split into different segments (e.g., batches).
  MRP Profile Settings: The MRP profile assigned to the material may have specific settings that require a certain type of MRP type that allows for splitting, such as MRP types that support batch management or specific planning strategies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve