How To Fix M3088 - With MRP type "No planning", profile may not include planning fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 088

• Message text: With MRP type "No planning", profile may not include planning fields

What causes this issue?

You have chosen MRP type <LS>ND</> (no planning). Since materials
planning is not defined for this MRP type, you may not include other
materials-planning-relevant fields in the profile.

How to fix this error?

Reset the materials-planning-relevant fields or choose another MRP
type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3088 - With MRP type "No planning", profile may not include planning fields ?

  The SAP error message M3088 indicates that there is an issue with the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) settings for a specific material. The message states that the MRP type is set to "No planning," which means that the system will not perform any planning activities for that material. Consequently, the MRP profile associated with this material may not include any planning fields, leading to this error.
  Cause:
  
  MRP Type Configuration: The material is assigned an MRP type that does not allow for planning (e.g., "ND" - No MRP). This means that the system will not generate any planning proposals for this material.
  MRP Profile Settings: The MRP profile assigned to the material may not be configured to include planning fields, which is necessary for materials that require planning.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the planning parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MRP Type:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the MRP type assigned to the material.
  If the material should be planned, consider changing the MRP type to one that allows for planning (e.g., "PD" - MRP).
  
  
  
  Review MRP Profile:
  
  Check the MRP profile assigned to the material (transaction code OMD0).
  Ensure that the profile includes the necessary planning fields. If not, you may need to create or modify the MRP profile to include the required fields.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  If changes are made to the MRP type or profile, ensure that the material master is updated accordingly.
  Use transaction code MM02 to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to MRP types and profiles to understand the implications of the settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run the MRP process again (transaction code MD01 or MD02) to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  MRP Types: Different MRP types in SAP determine how materials are planned. Common types include:
  
  PD (MRP)
  VB (Reorder Point Planning)
  ND (No MRP)
  
  
  
  MRP Profiles: MRP profiles define how MRP parameters are set for materials. They can include settings for lot sizing, planning horizon, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (MRP view, Purchasing view, etc.) in the material master are correctly maintained.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to MRP types and profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3088 error and ensure that your material is set up correctly for planning in SAP.