How To Fix M3286 - Reorder level lower than safety stock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Reorder level lower than safety stock

What causes this issue?

You have specified a reorder point that is lower than the safety stock.
Since the reorder point includes the safety stock, it must exceed the
safety stock.

How to fix this error?

Change the reorder point.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3286 - Reorder level lower than safety stock ?

  The SAP error message M3286, "Reorder level lower than safety stock," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material planning. This error indicates that the reorder level set for a material is lower than the safety stock level, which can lead to potential stockouts and supply chain disruptions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The reorder level has been incorrectly set lower than the safety stock level in the material master data.
  Data Entry Mistake: During the maintenance of material master data, the values for reorder level and safety stock may have been entered incorrectly.
  Business Logic: The business logic or planning strategy may require that the reorder level should always be higher than or equal to the safety stock to ensure that there is always enough inventory to meet demand.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the values for the reorder level and safety stock.
  Ensure that the reorder level is set to a value that is greater than or equal to the safety stock level.
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If the reorder level is indeed lower than the safety stock, update the reorder level to a higher value that meets the requirement.
  You can do this using transaction code MM02 to change the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate values for reorder level and safety stock, consult with inventory management or supply chain stakeholders to determine the correct settings based on business needs.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters and strategies being used for the material to ensure they align with the overall inventory management strategy.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Safety Stock: This is the extra inventory held to prevent stockouts due to variability in demand or supply. It acts as a buffer.
  Reorder Level: This is the inventory level at which a new order should be placed to replenish stock before it runs out.
  Material Master: The central repository of information related to materials in SAP, which includes data on inventory levels, reorder points, and safety stock levels.
  Inventory Management: Understanding the principles of inventory management can help in setting appropriate levels for reorder points and safety stock.
  
  By addressing the configuration or data entry issues that led to this error, you can resolve the M3286 message and ensure that your inventory management processes function smoothly.