How To Fix MG442 - Transaction &: consumption/forecast values are not copied

MG442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Transaction &: consumption/forecast values are not copied

What causes this issue?

You want to copy consumption values or forecast values (record type
BMMH4/BMMH3). However, you have not entered a plant (BMM00-WERKS).

System Response

The consumption or forecast values transferred are not copied.

How to fix this error?

Check your input file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG442 - Transaction &: consumption/forecast values are not copied ?

  The SAP error message MG442 indicates that there is an issue with the copying of consumption or forecast values in the context of material management, specifically related to the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process. This error typically arises when trying to execute a transaction that involves the transfer of forecast or consumption data, and it can occur in various scenarios, such as during MRP runs or when processing sales orders.
  Causes of Error MG442
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the MRP or forecast management may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the planning strategy, consumption mode, or forecast parameters.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as material master records, which can prevent the system from copying the required values.
  
  
  Locked Records: If the records that need to be updated are locked by another process or user, the system may not be able