How To Fix MD407 - &1: &2 (S1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 407

• Message text: &1: &2 (S1)

What causes this issue?

No BOM exists for the material or for the sales order for the process
with sales order BOM.

System Response

BOM explosion cannot be executed.
The conversion indicator for the planned order will be deleted.
This exception messages is only set in the MRP list.

How to fix this error?

Create a BOM.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD407 - &1: &2 (S1) ?

  The SAP error message MD407 typically relates to issues in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process, specifically concerning the availability of materials or the planning of production orders. The error message format usually indicates that there is a problem with the planning situation for a specific material.
  Cause:
  The error message MD407 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The system may not have enough stock of the required materials to fulfill the demand.
  Incorrect MRP Parameters: The MRP settings for the material may not be configured correctly, leading to planning issues.
  Missing Master Data: Essential master data such as BOM (Bill of Materials), routing, or material master records may be incomplete or missing.
  Planning File Entries: There may be issues with the planning file entries that prevent the system from processing the MRP run correctly.
  Demand and Supply Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the demand (sales orders, forecasts) and the supply (production orders, stock).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MD407 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the stock levels of the materials involved. Ensure that there is enough stock to meet the demand.
  Review MRP Parameters: Check the MRP parameters for the material in the material master. Ensure that they are set correctly for the planning strategy you are using.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (BOM, routing, material master) is complete and accurate.
  Run MRP Again: If you have made changes to stock levels or master data, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  Analyze Planning File Entries: Use transaction code MD21 or MD22 to check the planning file entries and ensure they are correct.
  Check Demand and Supply: Review the demand and supply situation for the material to identify any discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to analyze the situation for the material in question.
  MRP Configuration: Familiarize yourself with MRP configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the MD407 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed explanations of MRP processes and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.