How To Fix MA464 - Range of coverage: covered up to end of planning horizon

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Range of coverage: covered up to end of planning horizon

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA464 - Range of coverage: covered up to end of planning horizon ?

  The SAP error message MA464, "Range of coverage: covered up to end of planning horizon," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when dealing with planning scenarios in SAP. This message indicates that the planning horizon for a particular material or product has been reached, and there are no further planning activities or coverage beyond this point.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Horizon Reached: The planning horizon defined in the system has been reached, meaning that the system cannot plan beyond this date.
  Material Master Settings: The settings in the material master may not allow for planning beyond a certain date.
  MRP Parameters: The MRP parameters set for the material may limit the planning horizon.
  Demand and Supply: There may be no demand or supply planned beyond the current date, leading to the message being triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend Planning Horizon:
  
  Go to the MRP settings for the material and extend the planning horizon. This can be done in the material master (transaction code MM02) under the MRP view.
  Adjust the "Planning Horizon" field to a later date.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Parameters:
  
  Review the MRP parameters in the material master and ensure they are set correctly to allow for planning beyond the current date.
  
  
  
  Review Demand and Supply:
  
  Check the demand and supply situation for the material. If there are no planned orders or forecasts beyond the current date, consider adding them.
  
  
  
  MRP Run:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run the MRP again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to MRP and planning horizons for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MD01 (MRP Run)
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  
  
  
  MRP Views: Familiarize yourself with the MRP views in the material master, as they contain critical settings that affect planning.
  
  
  Planning Strategies: Understand the planning strategies being used for the material, as they can influence how the planning horizon is set.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA464 error and ensure that your planning horizon is appropriately set for your materials.