How To Fix MD490 - &1: Ranges of coverage and exception groups within range of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 490

• Message text: &1: Ranges of coverage and exception groups within range of &2

What causes this issue?

The range of coverage and exception group values for the selected
material correspond to the settings for the green traffic light.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

You can define your own settings for traffic lights in the menu
function 'Define traffic light'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD490 - &1: Ranges of coverage and exception groups within range of &2 ?

  The SAP error message MD490 typically indicates an issue with the configuration of coverage and exception groups in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or similar planning processes. The message suggests that there is a conflict or inconsistency in the defined ranges of coverage and exception groups for a specific material or planning scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The ranges of coverage and exception groups may overlap or be incorrectly defined, leading to conflicts.
  Missing Data: Required data for the material or planning object may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data or planning parameters may not be correctly maintained, leading to issues in the planning run.
  Planning Area Issues: If you are using a planning area, there may be issues with how the planning area is set up or how it interacts with the coverage and exception groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of coverage and exception groups in the system. Ensure that the ranges do not overlap and are correctly defined.
  Review Master Data: Check the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to planning and coverage.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, review and adjust the planning parameters for the material or planning area to ensure they align with the defined coverage and exception groups.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring coverage and exception groups.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MD02 (for MRP) or MD04 (for stock/requirements list) to analyze the planning situation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.