How To Fix M3097 - The MRP type requires you to specify a planning time fence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 097

• Message text: The MRP type requires you to specify a planning time fence

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an MRP type that requires a planning time fence.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a planning time fence.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3097 - The MRP type requires you to specify a planning time fence ?

  The SAP error message M3097 indicates that a planning time fence needs to be specified for a material that is being processed in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) run. This error typically arises when the MRP type assigned to a material requires a planning time fence, but it has not been defined in the material master data.
  Cause:
  
  MRP Type Configuration: The MRP type assigned to the material (e.g., PD for MRP, VB for MRP with consumption) requires a planning time fence to be set. This is a parameter that defines a period during which no changes can be made to the planned orders or stock requirements.
  Missing Planning Time Fence: The planning time fence has not been defined in the material master record for the specific material or plant combination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to specify a planning time fence for the material in the material master. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and the plant for which you want to set the planning time fence.
  
  
  
  Navigate to MRP View:
  
  Select the MRP view (usually view 1 or 2) in the material master.
  
  
  
  Set Planning Time Fence:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Planning Time Fence" (or similar, depending on your SAP version).
  Enter the desired planning time fence in days. This is the period during which the system will not allow changes to the planned orders.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  Save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Re-run MRP:
  
  After making the changes, re-run the MRP process to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Types: Different MRP types have different requirements for planning time fences. Make sure to understand the implications of the MRP type you are using.
  Planning Time Fence: This is a critical parameter in MRP that helps stabilize the planning process by preventing changes to planned orders within a certain timeframe.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on MRP types and their configurations.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about the appropriate planning time fence or MRP type, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in MRP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3097 error and successfully run your MRP processes.