How To Fix MD432 - &1: &2 (U9)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 432

• Message text: &1: &2 (U9)

What causes this issue?

This exception message appears for receipts that lie after the
effective-out date defined in the material master.
The receipts could be manually created purchase orders, production
orders, an so on or could be order proposals that were created by MRP to
replenish the safety stock or reorder point stock.

System Response

The system displays the exception message in the MRP list and in the
stock/requirements list.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the receipt is to be cancelled and also check the
effective-out date of the material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD432 - &1: &2 (U9) ?

  The SAP error message MD432 typically indicates an issue related to the availability of materials in the context of demand management or production planning. The message format you provided suggests that it is a warning or error related to the availability check for a specific material.
  Cause:
  The error message MD432 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Insufficient Stock: The system cannot find enough stock of the material to fulfill the demand.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the planning parameters may not be set correctly.
  Planning Run Issues: There may be issues with the planning run that prevent the system from calculating the availability correctly.
  Lead Time Issues: The lead times for procurement or production may not be set correctly, leading to availability issues.
  Sales Order or Forecast Issues: There may be discrepancies in sales orders or forecasts that affect the availability of the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MD432 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify the current stock levels of the material in question. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check stock availability.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, including the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) views.
  Check Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters for the material, including lot size, safety stock, and lead times.
  Run MRP: If necessary, run the MRP process again to recalculate the availability of materials. Use transaction code MD02 or MD03 for single-item planning.
  Analyze Demand: Check the demand for the material, including sales orders, forecasts, and any other demand sources that may affect availability.
  Consult Logs: Look at the MRP logs or any error logs that may provide more detailed information about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD05 (MRP List), and MD06 (Collective Access to MRP List).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MD432 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on MRP and availability checks for a deeper understanding of how the system calculates material availability.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management or production planning.