How To Fix MD252 - Total planning run stopped due to &1 terminations (dumps) of &2 materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Total planning run stopped due to &1 terminations (dumps) of &2 materials

What causes this issue?

The total planning run was stopped as out of &V2& materials planned,
&V1& were terminated with a runtime error (dump). The high number of
dumps could indicate a more serious system error.

How to fix this error?

Check all relevant data for the planning run. You can find an overview
of all the errors using:
The <DS:TRAN.ST22>dump analysis</>.
The results if you carried out the planning run as a
<DS:TRAN.MDBT>Hintergrund-Job</>.
In the spool list for this job, an overview exists which displays the
the reasons for the errors for the individual materials as messages.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD252 - Total planning run stopped due to &1 terminations (dumps) of &2 materials ?

  The SAP error message MD252 indicates that a total planning run has been stopped due to terminations (dumps) of certain materials. This typically occurs during the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process when the system encounters issues that prevent it from completing the planning run successfully.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data of the materials involved, such as incorrect configuration, missing data, or invalid settings.
  
  
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or memory dumps during the planning process.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with the MRP process, they may be causing unexpected behavior or errors.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the MRP configuration can lead to planning failures.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can lead to dumps during intensive operations like MRP.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MD252 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dump Analysis: Use transaction code ST22 to analyze the short dumps. This will provide detailed information about the cause of the termination and help identify the specific materials involved.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Check the master data for the materials mentioned in the error message. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Analyze MRP Configuration: Review the MRP settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO) to ensure they are set up correctly. Pay attention to parameters that may affect the planning run.
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: Check system performance metrics to ensure that there are enough resources available for the MRP run. If necessary, consider optimizing the system or scheduling the MRP run during off-peak hours.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits related to MRP, review them for potential issues. Debugging the custom code may be necessary to identify the root cause.
  
  
  Run MRP in Smaller Batches: If the planning run is too large, consider breaking it down into smaller batches to reduce the load on the system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the MD252 error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ST22 (Dump Analysis), MD01 (Total Planning), MD02 (Single-Item Planning), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) can be useful for diagnosing and managing MRP issues.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for MRP to understand the configuration and processes involved.
  Performance Monitoring Tools: Use tools like transaction ST03N to monitor system performance and identify bottlenecks during MRP runs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MD252 error and implement a solution to resolve it.