How To Fix MA191 - Planning type already declared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Planning type already declared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA191 - Planning type already declared ?

  The SAP error message MA191, which states "Planning type already declared," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when working with planning data in SAP. This error indicates that the planning type you are trying to use has already been defined or declared in the system for the material or planning scenario you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Declaration: The planning type you are trying to assign to a material or planning scenario has already been assigned to that material or another material in the same planning area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to planning types in the system.
  Data Consistency: The error can also arise due to inconsistencies in the master data or planning data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Planning Types: 
  
  Go to the material master data (transaction code MM03) and check the MRP views to see if the planning type is already assigned.
  If it is, you may need to modify or remove the existing assignment if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for planning types in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the planning types are correctly defined and that there are no conflicts in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Planning Type:
  
  If the planning type is already in use and cannot be removed, consider using a different planning type that meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data and planning data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning types and their usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  Planning Types: Understanding the different planning types available in SAP and their specific use cases can help in selecting the appropriate one for your scenario.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the structure and fields in the material master data, especially the MRP views, to better understand how planning types are assigned.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MA191 error and implement a suitable solution.