How To Fix MMRP01221 - Selection with order reference not possible for aggregated requirements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMRP01 - Rapid Planning Matrix

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Selection with order reference not possible for aggregated requirements

What causes this issue?

You tried to enter a selection criterion with an order reference
(for example, finished product, order number, start date, explosion
date) in a selection for aggregated requirements.

System Response

The system cannot select any requirements.

How to fix this error?

Change the selection criteria, in order that either selection criteria
without an order reference are entered only, or so that the checkbox
"Select Forecast Requirements" is not crossed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMRP01221 - Selection with order reference not possible for aggregated requirements ?

  The SAP error message MMRP01221, which states "Selection with order reference not possible for aggregated requirements," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when there are issues related to the aggregation of requirements for production orders or purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Order Reference Issues: The error often arises when the system is unable to find a valid order reference for the aggregated requirements. This can happen if the order reference is not correctly set up or if the requirements are not linked to a specific order.
  
  
  Aggregation Settings: If the settings for aggregating requirements are not configured properly, the system may not be able to process the requirements as expected.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master, BOM, or routing.
  
  
  MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not support the aggregation of requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Reference: Verify that the order reference is correctly assigned to the relevant requirements. Ensure that the production orders or purchase requisitions are properly created and linked.
  
  
  Review Aggregation Settings: Check the MRP settings in the material master (transaction MM02) to ensure that the aggregation of requirements is enabled and configured correctly.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the material. Ensure that all necessary data (BOM, routing, etc.) is complete and accurate.
  
  
  MRP Type Review: Review the MRP type assigned to the material. If the MRP type does not support aggregation, consider changing it to one that does.
  
  
  MRP Run: If changes are made, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists. Use transaction MD02 or MD03 to run MRP for the specific material.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific settings and configurations related to MRP and order references.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MD02 (Single Item MRP), and MD03 (Display MRP).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to MMRP01221 for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MMRP01221 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.