How To Fix MD302 - Please select a valid field for the display of the pegged capacity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Please select a valid field for the display of the pegged capacity

What causes this issue?

You can display the pegged orders of the total capacity requirements in
a period or those orders for a material that have capacity requirements
in a period.

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?

Place the cursor on the line of the appropriate period in the 'Total'
or 'Material' field and select the function 'Pegged capacity'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD302 - Please select a valid field for the display of the pegged capacity ?

  The SAP error message MD302, "Please select a valid field for the display of the pegged capacity," typically occurs in the context of capacity planning and production planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to display pegged capacity information because the selected field for display is not valid or not configured correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Field Selection: The field you are trying to use for displaying pegged capacity may not be valid or may not exist in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for capacity planning or pegged capacity display may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain fields or data related to pegged capacity.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or inconsistent data in the relevant tables that are required for displaying pegged capacity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Selection:
  
  Ensure that the field you are trying to select for displaying pegged capacity is valid. You can do this by reviewing the available fields in the configuration settings or documentation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for capacity planning (transaction code SPRO) and check if the settings for pegged capacity display are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the necessary customizing settings are in place for the relevant planning areas.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the pegged capacity data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check the relevant tables (like AFKO, AFVC, etc.) for any inconsistencies or missing data that might be causing the issue. You may need to run consistency checks or data correction programs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for capacity planning and pegged capacity to ensure that you are following the correct procedures and using the correct fields.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD05 (Individual Display of MRP List), and others related to capacity planning.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Resources: Consider additional training or resources on SAP production planning and capacity management to better understand the system's functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.