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

MD369 - Overview

• 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