How To Fix MILL_CPP015 - No increment specified in T161

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_CPP - Messages for converting planned order into purchase order

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No increment specified in T161

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_CPP015 - No increment specified in T161 ?

  The SAP error message MILL_CPP015 No increment specified in T161 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the configuration of the material master or the planning parameters in the system. This error is often associated with the configuration of the planning strategies or the settings in the T161 table, which is used for controlling the planning parameters in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Increment Specification: The error indicates that there is no increment specified in the T161 table for the relevant planning strategy or material type. This can happen if the configuration for the material master is incomplete or incorrect.
  Incorrect Planning Strategy: The planning strategy assigned to the material may not have the necessary increments defined, leading to this error when trying to perform certain operations.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master or the planning parameters that are causing the system to throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T161 Table: 
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and enter the table name T161.
  Check if the relevant entries for the planning strategy or material type are present and ensure that the increment is specified correctly.
  If necessary, add or modify the entries to include the required increment.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Settings:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master and check the planning parameters.
  Ensure that the planning strategy assigned to the material is appropriate and that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Strategy:
  
  If the planning strategy is incorrect, you may need to change it to one that has the necessary increments defined.
  This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific planning strategy you are using to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: T161 (Planning Parameters), MARA (General Material Data), MAST (Material to BOM Link).
  Planning Strategies: Familiarize yourself with the different planning strategies available in SAP and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MILL_CPP015 error and ensure that your planning parameters are correctly set up in the SAP system.