How To Fix M5357 - Choose a strategy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Choose a strategy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5357 - Choose a strategy ?

  The SAP error message M5357, "Choose a strategy," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system requires a specific strategy for processing a transaction, such as a goods movement or a production order.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Strategy Definition: The system does not have a defined strategy for the specific material or transaction type you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master or the relevant transaction may not be set up correctly.
  User Input: The user may not have selected a required strategy in the transaction screen.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5357 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., MRP, Purchasing) to ensure that the strategy is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Strategy:
  
  If the strategy is missing, you may need to define it in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Go to Logistics > Material Management > Inventory Management > Goods Movement > Define Movement Types.
  Ensure that the movement type you are using has a strategy assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  Select Strategy in Transaction:
  
  If the transaction allows for strategy selection, ensure that you select the appropriate strategy from the dropdown menu or input field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are working with to understand the required strategies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Understanding the different movement types in SAP can help you determine which strategy is appropriate for your transaction.
  MRP Strategies: Familiarize yourself with MRP strategies (e.g., Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order) as they can influence how materials are managed and planned.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as restrictions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M5357 error in SAP.