How To Fix M5221 - MRP type & not maintained

M5221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 221

• Message text: MRP type & not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5221 - MRP type & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message M5221, which states "MRP type & not maintained," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when the system is unable to find a valid MRP type for a material. This can happen during various processes, such as planning runs or when trying to create or change a material master record.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of an MRP type for the specified material in the material master record. The MRP type is essential for determining how the material will be planned, including aspects like procurement, lead times, and stock levels.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5221 error, you need to maintain the MRP type for the affected material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Enter Material Number:
  
  Input the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the relevant views that include