How To Fix MA474 - Capacity situation not yet determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Capacity situation not yet determined

What causes this issue?

The capacity situation has not yet been determined. Therefore, no log
can be displayed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Show the capacity situation (for example, a rough-cut planning profile).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA474 - Capacity situation not yet determined ?

  The SAP error message MA474, which states "Capacity situation not yet determined," typically occurs in the context of production planning and capacity management. This message indicates that the system is unable to determine the capacity situation for a particular production order or operation. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Capacity Planning Data: The system may not have the necessary data to evaluate the capacity situation, such as missing work center definitions or capacity data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the work centers, routing, or production orders may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Capacity Evaluation Not Executed: The capacity evaluation process may not have been executed for the relevant planning period or for the specific work center.
  Locked or Inactive Work Centers: The work center associated with the production order may be locked or inactive, preventing capacity evaluation.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be set up correctly or may not contain the necessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Work Center Configuration: Ensure that the work centers involved in the production order are correctly configured and active. Verify that they have the necessary capacity data defined.
  Review Routing and Production Order: Check the routing associated with the production order to ensure it is correctly defined and that all operations are valid.
  Execute Capacity Evaluation: If capacity evaluation has not been executed, run the relevant transaction (e.g., CM01, CM21) to evaluate capacity for the work center.
  Check Planning Versions: Ensure that the correct planning version is being used and that it contains the necessary data for capacity planning.
  Consult Logs and Messages: Review any logs or additional messages that may provide more context about the error. This can help identify specific issues that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CM01 (Capacity Planning), CM21 (Capacity Leveling), and CO02 (Change Production Order) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on capacity planning and production order management to ensure that all necessary steps and configurations are followed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and capacity management.