How To Fix MM_PRIO004 - Imported value &1 for the requirement prioritization is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PRIO - Messages for Requirement Prioritization

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Imported value &1 for the requirement prioritization is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Only values from '001' to '255' are permitted for the requirement
priority.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PRIO004 - Imported value &1 for the requirement prioritization is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message MM_PRIO004 indicates that an imported value for the requirement prioritization is not permitted. This typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with procurement or inventory management processes.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Prioritization Value: The value being imported for the requirement prioritization does not match any of the predefined values in the system. This could be due to a typo, incorrect mapping, or an attempt to use a value that has not been configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The prioritization values may not be properly configured in the system. This could happen if the necessary settings in the customizing (SPRO) have not been completed.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data from an external system or file, the mapping of the prioritization values may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM_PRIO004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Valid Values:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for requirement prioritization (usually under Materials Management).
  Verify the list of valid prioritization values and ensure that the value you are trying to import is included.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If you are importing data, check the source data for any discrepancies. Ensure that the prioritization values in your import file match the valid values in SAP.
  Correct any typos or incorrect mappings in your data.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If the value you need is not present in the system, you may need to add it through the customizing settings. Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the import or process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on requirement prioritization and any specific configurations that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access customizing), ME21N (to create purchase orders), or ME51N (to create purchase requisitions) to test the changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MM_PRIO004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.