How To Fix M3293 - Minimum lot size, maximum lot size, and rounding value reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Minimum lot size, maximum lot size, and rounding value reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3293 - Minimum lot size, maximum lot size, and rounding value reset ?

  The SAP error message M3293 indicates that there is an issue with the lot size settings in the material master data for a specific material. This error typically arises when the system encounters a situation where the minimum lot size, maximum lot size, and rounding value are not properly configured or are conflicting with each other during a production or planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Lot Size Configuration: The minimum lot size, maximum lot size, or rounding value may not be set correctly in the material master data.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the material, such as having a minimum lot size greater than the maximum lot size.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters in the material master or the production planning settings may not align with the requirements of the production process.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the lot size settings under the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  Ensure that the minimum lot size is less than or equal to the maximum lot size.
  Verify that the rounding value is set appropriately and does not conflict with the minimum and maximum lot sizes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Lot Size Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the minimum lot size, maximum lot size, and rounding value to ensure they are consistent and logical.
  For example, if the minimum lot size is set to 100 and the maximum lot size is set to 50, you need to correct this inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters in the material master and ensure they are set according to the production requirements.
  Make sure that the settings align with the production process and any relevant production orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring lot sizes and understanding the implications of these settings.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to create a production order or perform the action that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to lot size configurations or known bugs.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3293 error and ensure that your lot size settings are correctly configured in SAP.