How To Fix M3087 - Safety stock calculated automatically so may not be fixed in profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Safety stock calculated automatically so may not be fixed in profile

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an MRP type that calculates the safety stock
automatically. The safety stock may therefore be included in the
profile only as a default value.

How to fix this error?

Select the safety stock as a default value on the selection screen or
choose another MRP type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3087 - Safety stock calculated automatically so may not be fixed in profile ?

  The SAP error message M3087 indicates that the safety stock for a material is being calculated automatically by the system, which means that it cannot be manually fixed or adjusted in the material's master data profile. This typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory control within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Safety Stock Calculation: The system is configured to calculate safety stock based on certain parameters (like demand variability, lead time, etc.) rather than allowing manual input. This is often set up in the material master or through specific planning strategies.
  Planning Strategy: The material may be assigned a planning strategy that dictates automatic safety stock calculation, such as MRP (Material Requirements Planning) strategies that rely on statistical forecasting.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the configuration for safety stock calculation may be set to automatic, preventing manual adjustments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the specific material in question. Look at the MRP views to see if the safety stock is set to be calculated automatically.
  Change Planning Strategy: If manual adjustment of safety stock is required, consider changing the planning strategy to one that allows for manual input. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Adjust Configuration Settings: If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to allow for manual safety stock adjustments. This typically involves accessing the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how safety stock is calculated and how to change the settings if necessary.
  Engage with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Safety Stock: Safety stock is a buffer inventory that helps to prevent stockouts due to variability in demand or supply.
  MRP (Material Requirements Planning): A production planning, scheduling, and inventory control system used to manage manufacturing processes.
  Planning Strategies: Different strategies in SAP that dictate how materials are planned and managed, including make-to-stock, make-to-order, and others.
  SAP Configuration (SPRO): The transaction code used to access the configuration settings in SAP, where you can adjust various parameters related to materials management.
  
  By understanding the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to address the issue effectively.