How To Fix MM212 - The MRP profile & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 212

• Message text: The MRP profile & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM212 - The MRP profile & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM212 indicates that the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) profile specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to execute MRP-related transactions or when maintaining material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent MRP Profile: The MRP profile you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The MRP profile may have been incorrectly configured or assigned to the material master.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the MRP profile name when entering it in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MRP Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMMR (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Production > MRP > MRP Profile > Define MRP Profile).
  Verify if the MRP profile you are trying to use exists in the system. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create MRP Profile:
  
  If the MRP profile is missing, you can create a new one by using the same transaction (OMMR).
  Fill in the necessary details and save the new profile.
  
  
  
  Assign MRP Profile:
  
  If the MRP profile exists but is not assigned to the material, you can assign it by going to the material master data (transaction code MM02).
  Navigate to the MRP view and enter the correct MRP profile.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typos in the MRP profile name when entering it in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or the required MRP profile, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on the appropriate profiles for your materials.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Profiles: MRP profiles are used to define how MRP should process materials, including settings for planning strategies, lot sizing, and other parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and OMMR (Define MRP Profile).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to MRP profiles and error MM212.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM212 error and ensure that the correct MRP profile is in place for your materials.