Message type: E = Error
Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning
Message number: 284
Message text: Copy from different planning level only
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MA284
- Copy from different planning level only ?The SAP error message MA284 ("Copy from different planning level only") typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when working with planning data in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the planning levels being used in a particular operation, such as copying or transferring planning data from one level to another.
Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons: Different Planning Levels: The source and target planning levels are not compatible. For example, you might be trying to copy data from a higher-level planning object (like a plant) to a lower-level object (like a storage location) or vice versa. Inconsistent Data: The data being copied may not align with the expected structure or hierarchy of the planning levels.
Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the planning area or planning strategy that restrict copying between certain levels.
Solution: To resolve the MA284 error, you
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