How To Fix MD358 - The creation of subcontracting MRP areas is not supported

MD358 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 358

• Message text: The creation of subcontracting MRP areas is not supported

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create a subcontracting MRP area (MRP Area Type =
'03') using the application or activity for maintaining plant and
storage location MRP areas. This MRP area type is not supported within
this app/activity.

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?

Please use the application or activity for maintaining subcontracting
MRP areas.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MD358 - Details

• The SAP error message MD358, which states "The creation of subcontracting MRP areas is not supported," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when trying to create or manage MRP areas for subcontracting scenarios. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  MRP Area Configuration: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to create an MRP area for a subcontracting process, which is not supported by the system. In SAP, subcontracting is treated differently than standard MRP areas.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be configured correctly for subcontracting. If the material is not set up to allow subcontracting, this error can occur.
  MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not be compatible with subcontracting processes.
  System Limitations: Certain versions or configurations of SAP may have limitations regarding the use of MRP areas with subcontracting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check MRP Area Settings: Review the