How To Fix MD03_SYP001 - External planned orders cannot be created here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD03_SYP - Message class for package MD03_SYP

• Message number: 001

• Message text: External planned orders cannot be created here

What causes this issue?

You tried to create an external planned order, but this type of planned
orders can only be created in the external planning system (SAP
Integrated Business Planning).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD03_SYP001 - External planned orders cannot be created here ?

  The SAP error message MD03_SYP001 indicates that external planned orders cannot be created in the current context. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios that involve external procurement or production.
  Causes:
  
  
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be configured to allow for external planned orders. This can happen if the planning area is set up to only handle internal orders or if the relevant settings for external procurement are not activated.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the materials or resources involved. For example, if the material is not set up for external procurement or if the vendor data is incomplete.
  
  
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy assigned to the material may not support external procurement. Certain strategies are designed for make-to-stock or make-to-order scenarios and may not allow for external orders.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create external planned orders in the system.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or parameters that restrict the creation of external planned orders.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Planning Area Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning area in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to allow for external planned orders. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO or SCM configuration.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up for external procurement. Check the purchasing views and ensure that the relevant vendors are assigned.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Strategy: If the planning strategy is not suitable for external procurement, consider changing it to one that supports external orders. This may involve working with your planning team to determine the best strategy.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create external planned orders. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MD03 for planning and /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning area configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message MD03_SYP001 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training resources or documentation on SAP SCM/APO to better understand the planning processes and configurations.
  
  By addressing the above areas, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create external planned orders in your SAP system.