How To Fix M3476 - MAD and forecast error reset (not needed for this model)

M3476 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 476

• Message text: MAD and forecast error reset (not needed for this model)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3476 - MAD and forecast error reset (not needed for this model) ?

  The SAP error message M3476 typically relates to issues with the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process, specifically concerning forecast data and the handling of forecast errors in the system. The message "MAD and forecast error reset (not needed for this model)" indicates that there is a problem with the forecast data for a specific material, and the system is unable to reset the forecast error because it is not applicable for the model in question.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Model: The material or model you are working with may not support the forecast error reset functionality. This can happen if the material is not set up correctly in the system or if it is not intended to use forecast data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the forecast data that prevent the system from processing it correctly.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material or the MRP process may not be