How To Fix MMRP01517 - There was at least one serious error during the planning run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMRP01 - Rapid Planning Matrix

• Message number: 517

• Message text: There was at least one serious error during the planning run

What causes this issue?

The other error messages give you information about the cause of the
error. You find them in the application log (transaction
<DS:TRAN.RPMLOG>RPMLOG</>).

System Response

The system has cancelled (reset) all changes, as far as possible.

How to fix this error?

Due to technical reasons, this may not be completely possible for
parallel processing. You should check and remove the cause of error and
re-start the planning run.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMRP01517 - There was at least one serious error during the planning run ?

  The SAP error message MMRP01517 indicates that there was at least one serious error during the planning run in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of MMRP01517
  
  
  Master Data Issues: Problems with material master data, such as missing or incorrect information in the material master records, can lead to errors during the planning run.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the MRP configuration, such as planning parameters or strategies, can cause the planning run to fail.
  
  
  Stock and Requirement Discrepancies: If there are discrepancies between stock levels and requirements (e.g., negative stock, incorrect forecasts), it can lead to planning errors.
  
  
  Resource Constraints: If there are constraints on resources (e.g., capacity issues in production), the planning run may not be able to generate a feasible plan.
  
  
  Error in the MRP Run: Technical issues during the execution of the MRP run, such as system performance problems or database issues, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solutions to MMRP01517
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the MRP log for detailed error messages. You can access the log through transaction code MD04 or by checking the MRP evaluation reports. This will help identify the specific issues causing the error.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing, etc.) is complete and accurate. Check for missing fields or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Review MRP Configuration: Verify the MRP configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the planning parameters are set correctly for the materials being planned.
  
  
  Analyze Stock and Requirements: Check the stock levels and requirements for the materials involved. Ensure that there are no negative stocks or unrealistic demand forecasts.
  
  
  Capacity Planning: If resource constraints are causing the issue, review the capacity planning settings and ensure that there is sufficient capacity available for production.
  
  
  Re-run MRP: After addressing the identified issues, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to MMRP01517.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), and MD05 (MRP List).
  MRP Types: Understand the different MRP types (e.g., MRP type PD, VB, etc.) and how they affect planning.
  Planning Strategies: Be aware of the planning strategies used in your organization, as they can influence how MRP behaves.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying causes, you should be able to resolve the MMRP01517 error and successfully complete the planning run in SAP.