How To Fix ME_AUTO140 - Error sending work item to MRP controller &1 in plant &2 (code &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME_AUTO - IS Automotive: Scheduling Agreement Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Error sending work item to MRP controller &1 in plant &2 (code &3)

What causes this issue?

Errors have occurred when sending a work item to notify the MRP
controller &MSGV1& in plant &MSGV2& about stopped forecast delivery
schedules. The work item could not be sent.
When calling up the function module 'SAP_WAPI_CREATE_EVENT' the return
code &MSGV3& was given.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME_AUTO140 - Error sending work item to MRP controller &1 in plant &2 (code &3) ?

  The SAP error message ME_AUTO140 indicates an issue with sending a work item to the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) controller in a specific plant. This error typically arises in the context of MRP processing, where the system is unable to communicate or process a work item for a specific controller.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The MRP controller may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master, MRP controller settings, etc.) may be incomplete or missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to send the work item may lack the necessary authorizations.
  System Errors: There may be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  Incorrect Plant Settings: The plant settings may not be correctly defined for the MRP controller.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME_AUTO140 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check MRP Controller Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the MRP controller is correctly set up in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for MRP controllers.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the relevant materials and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the MRP controller is assigned to the materials in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to send work items to the MRP controller.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings are correctly defined and that the MRP controller is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Work Item:
  
  If the issue was temporary, you may try to reprocess the work item after addressing any identified issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, single-level planning), or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to analyze MRP-related data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to MRP and work item processing for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ME_AUTO140 error effectively.