How To Fix MD580 - Enter the SupplyPlanningAreaTypeCode

MD580 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 580

• Message text: Enter the SupplyPlanningAreaTypeCode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD580 - Enter the SupplyPlanningAreaTypeCode ?

  The SAP error message MD580, which states "Enter the Supply Planning Area Type Code," typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that a required field, specifically the Supply Planning Area Type Code, has not been filled in or is missing in the relevant transaction or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered a value for the Supply Planning Area Type Code in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  
  Configuration Issues: The Supply Planning Area Type Code may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error when trying to execute a planning function.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the Supply Planning Area settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Required Code: 
  
  Navigate to the transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for the Supply Planning Area Type Code and enter the