How To Fix MD369 - Only plant MRP area is possible for this element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Only plant MRP area is possible for this element

What causes this issue?

Some processes are only possible with the plant MRP area. In specific,
these are make-to-order production, planning without final assembly and
collective orders.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD369 - Only plant MRP area is possible for this element ?

  The SAP error message MD369 ("Only plant MRP area is possible for this element") typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when there is an issue with the configuration of MRP areas or the way materials are set up in the system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a plant-specific MRP area, but the data provided does not meet that requirement.
  Cause:
  
  MRP Area Configuration: The material may not be assigned to a valid MRP area, or the MRP area is not configured correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data: The material master record may not have the necessary MRP area data filled out, or it may be set up incorrectly.
  MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not be compatible with the MRP area settings.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The system may be trying to process a material that is not defined for the specific plant or MRP area in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MRP Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the MRP area configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: OMD0).
  Ensure that the MRP area is correctly defined for the plant and that the material is assigned to this MRP area.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction code MM03 to display the material master record.
  Check the MRP area data in the relevant views (e.g., MRP 1, MRP 2) to ensure that the MRP area is correctly assigned and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Verify MRP Type:
  
  Check the MRP type assigned to the material. Ensure that it is appropriate for the MRP area settings.
  If necessary, change the MRP type to one that is compatible with MRP areas.
  
  
  
  Check Plant-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material is set up for the specific plant you are working with.
  If the material is not plant-specific, you may need to create a plant-specific version of the material.
  
  
  
  Run MRP Again:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OMD0: MRP Area Configuration
  MD01: MRP Run
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for MRP areas and material master data for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to MRP areas and error MD369.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MD369 error and ensure that your MRP areas and material master data are correctly configured.