How To Fix M3461 - Specify the degree of parameter optimization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 461

• Message text: Specify the degree of parameter optimization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3461 - Specify the degree of parameter optimization ?

  The SAP error message M3461, "Specify the degree of parameter optimization," typically occurs in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or production planning when the system requires a specification for the optimization parameters but does not receive one.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Parameter Settings: The optimization parameters for the planning run are not set correctly in the configuration.
  User Input: The user did not specify the degree of optimization when executing a planning run.
  System Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration to handle the optimization settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3461 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Go to the transaction code for MRP or production planning (e.g., MD01, MD02).
  Ensure that you have specified the degree of optimization in the planning parameters. This can usually be done in the selection screen where you initiate the planning run.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for MRP (Transaction SPRO).
  Under "Production" or "Material Requirements Planning," check the settings related to optimization parameters.
  Ensure that the optimization settings are correctly defined and that the system is configured to allow for the degree of optimization you wish to use.
  
  
  
  User Manual Input:
  
  If you are running a planning run manually, ensure that you fill in all required fields, including the degree of optimization. This may be a dropdown or input field where you can specify the level of optimization (e.g., low, medium, high).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to MRP and optimization settings for additional guidance on how to set these parameters correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, single-level planning), and MD03 (Single-item, multi-level planning).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3461 error and successfully specify the degree of parameter optimization in your SAP system.