How To Fix ME464 - Figure for succeeding period must be larger than that for preceding per.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Figure for succeeding period must be larger than that for preceding per.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

The aggregation periods must be defined in such a way that the figure
for a succeeding period is always larger than that for a preceding
period
Example: Days
No aggregation 10
Daily aggregation 20
Aggregation acc. to planning calendar 40
In the above case, releases would be created in accordance with
existing planning lines. From day 11 to day 20, the planning lines
would be aggregated on a daily basis. From day 21 to day 40, the
planning lines would be aggregated in accordance with the predefined
planning calendar.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME464 - Figure for succeeding period must be larger than that for preceding per. ?

  The SAP error message ME464 ("Figure for succeeding period must be larger than that for preceding period") typically occurs in the context of material requirements planning (MRP) or when dealing with planning data in SAP. This error indicates that the values for a certain planning period (like forecasted demand, planned orders, etc.) are not in the expected order, meaning that the value for a succeeding period is less than or equal to the value for the preceding period.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the values for the succeeding period have been entered incorrectly.
  Forecasting Issues: If you are using a forecasting method, the algorithm may have produced an unexpected result.
  Planning Parameters: Incorrect planning parameters or settings in the MRP configuration can lead to this error.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the planning data, they may not follow the required trend.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data: Check the planning data for the periods in question. Ensure that the values for the succeeding period are indeed larger than those for the preceding period.
  Correct Values: If you find any discrepancies, correct the values in the relevant planning table or transaction.
  Check Forecasting Settings: If the values are generated through a forecasting method, review the settings and parameters used for forecasting. Adjust them if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to handle planning data and the requirements for the periods.
  Run MRP Again: After making corrections, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in transactions like MD61 (Create Forecast), MD62 (Change Forecast), or during MRP runs (MD01, MD02).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the planning data.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training for users on how to enter and manage planning data correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME464 error and ensure that your planning data is consistent and accurate.