How To Fix M3585 - Not possible to plan this material since it is a planning material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Not possible to plan this material since it is a planning material

What causes this issue?

The material in this plant is already being used as a planning material
in another material master record.
Since only single-level planning is possible, you cannot assign a
planning material.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3585 - Not possible to plan this material since it is a planning material ?

  The SAP error message M3585 indicates that the system cannot plan a specific material because it is classified as a "planning material." This typically occurs in the context of materials that are set up in a way that they should not be directly planned or managed in the same way as standard materials.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material is defined as a planning material in the material master. This means it is intended to be used in a planning context, such as a component in a bill of materials (BOM) or a product in a planning scenario, rather than being planned directly.
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy assigned to the material may restrict direct planning. For example, materials with certain strategies (like make-to-order) may not be planned in the same way as stock materials.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may prevent planning for certain materials based on their characteristics or the way they are set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material. Look at the following:
  
  Material type
  Planning strategy
  MRP type
  Check if the material is marked as a planning material.
  
  If the material should not be a planning material, you may need to change its settings.
  
  
  Change Material Type or Planning Strategy: If the material is incorrectly classified, you may need to change its material type or planning strategy to allow for planning. This can be done through transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or by consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  Use Alternative Planning Methods: If the material is intended to be a planning material, consider using alternative planning methods, such as planning at a higher level (e.g., planning at the product level rather than the component level).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling planning materials and the implications of changing their settings.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or links to other materials or processes that might be affected by changing the planning status of the material.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), MD01 (MRP Run), and MD02 (Single Item MRP).
  Material Master Views: Focus on the MRP views of the material master to understand how the material is set up for planning.
  Planning Strategies: Familiarize yourself with different planning strategies in SAP, as they dictate how materials are managed in the planning process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to planning materials.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP materials management.