How To Fix MD371 - Function cannot be executed - MRP areas are not activated

MD371 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Function cannot be executed - MRP areas are not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD371 - Function cannot be executed - MRP areas are not activated ?

  The SAP error message MD371 ("Function cannot be executed - MRP areas are not activated") typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when you attempt to execute MRP-related functions for materials that have MRP areas defined but not activated. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  MRP Areas Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the MRP areas for the material in question have been defined but not activated. MRP areas are used to manage stock and planning at a more granular level than the plant level.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MRP settings that prevent the system from recognizing the MRP areas.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up to utilize MRP areas.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MD371 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate MRP Areas:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or navigate through