How To Fix M3777 - You have not specified a reorder point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 777

• Message text: You have not specified a reorder point

What causes this issue?

On the basis of the MRP type specified, the material is to be planned
using reorder point planning with automatic calculation of the reorder
point.
However, the reorder point is recalculated only in the next forecast
run for the material; that is, if the material is planned before the
next forecast run, a reorder point of zero will be considered.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3777 - You have not specified a reorder point ?

  The SAP error message M3777, "You have not specified a reorder point," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material planning. This message indicates that a reorder point has not been defined for a material in the system, which is necessary for the automatic generation of purchase requisitions or production orders when stock levels fall below a certain threshold.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reorder Point: The primary cause of this error is that the material master record for the specific material does not have a reorder point defined in the relevant views (usually the MRP view).
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not support reorder point planning.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a reorder point.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate plant.
  Navigate to the MRP view and check if the reorder point is specified.
  If it is not specified, enter a valid reorder point value.
  
  
  
  Define Reorder Point:
  
  If you need to set a reorder point, determine the appropriate value based on your inventory management strategy and historical consumption data.
  Save the changes to the material master record.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type allows for reorder point planning. You can check this in the configuration settings or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Settings:
  
  Review the MRP settings for the material to ensure that they are configured correctly for your planning strategy.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the transaction that triggered the error again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MD01 (MRP Run)
  
  
  
  MRP Views: Familiarize yourself with the MRP views in the material master, particularly the fields related to reorder point, safety stock, and lot size.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and MRP settings.
  
  
  Consultation: If you are unsure about the appropriate reorder point or MRP settings, consult with your inventory management or supply chain team for guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3777 error and ensure that your materials are properly managed within the SAP system.