How To Fix M5223 - MRP controller & not maintained in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 223

• Message text: MRP controller & not maintained in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5223 - MRP controller & not maintained in plant & ?

  The SAP error message M5223 indicates that the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) controller is not maintained for a specific plant in the system. This error typically arises during MRP runs or when trying to perform MRP-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MRP Controller Assignment: The MRP controller has not been assigned to the material in the specific plant.
  Configuration Issues: The MRP controller may not be defined in the system or may not be properly configured for the plant.
  Data Maintenance: The necessary data in the material master or MRP settings may not have been maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5223 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the MRP views for the specific material in the relevant plant.
  Ensure that the MRP controller field is filled in.
  
  
  
  Maintain MRP Controller:
  
  If the MRP controller is missing, you can maintain it by using transaction code MM02 to edit the material master.
  Navigate to the MRP view and enter the appropriate MRP controller.
  
  
  
  Define MRP Controller:
  
  If the MRP controller does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Navigate to Production > Material Requirements Planning > MRP Controller and ensure that the controller is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings are correctly configured to use the MRP controller.
  Verify that the plant is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Re-run MRP:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  MRP Controller: This is a key element in MRP that helps in managing the planning and procurement of materials. Each material can be assigned to an MRP controller, which is responsible for planning activities.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MD01: MRP Run
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on MRP configuration and material master data maintenance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M5223 error and ensure that your MRP processes run smoothly.