How To Fix MDRD201 - None of the methods for determining receiving MRP areas are maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDRD - Messages for Delivery Relationships

• Message number: 201

• Message text: None of the methods for determining receiving MRP areas are maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDRD201 - None of the methods for determining receiving MRP areas are maintained ?

  The SAP error message MDRD201, which states "None of the methods for determining receiving MRP areas are maintained," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when the system is unable to find a valid method for determining the receiving MRP areas for a material. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for determining receiving MRP areas is not set up in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to issues in MRP area determination.
  MRP Area Settings: The MRP areas themselves may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Plant Settings: The plant settings related to MRP areas may not be properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check MRP Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for MRP areas. Ensure that the methods for determining receiving MRP areas are properly maintained.
  Path: Logistics -> Production -> Material Requirements Planning -> MRP Areas -> Define MRP Areas.
  
  
  
  Maintain Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the affected materials. Ensure that the MRP area is correctly assigned and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Define MRP Areas:
  
  If MRP areas are not defined, you need to create them. This can be done in the same customizing path mentioned above.
  Ensure that the MRP areas are activated for the relevant plants.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Check the plant settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to use MRP areas. This includes checking the MRP type and other related settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to MRP area determination for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (MRP for Single Item), and MM02 (Change Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to MRP area determination that may provide additional insights or fixes for known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MDRD201 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.