How To Fix MPD304 - Cycle set seq. &1 &2 &3 contains more than one purely time-based cycle

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Cycle set seq. &1 &2 &3 contains more than one purely time-based cycle

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD304 - Cycle set seq. &1 &2 &3 contains more than one purely time-based cycle ?

  The SAP error message MPD304 indicates that there is an issue with the cycle set configuration in the Master Data Planning (MDP) module, specifically related to the presence of multiple purely time-based cycles within a single cycle set. This can occur in scenarios where the system is trying to process planning cycles that are defined in a way that conflicts with the expected configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A cycle set is defined with more than one cycle that is purely time-based (i.e., cycles that are based solely on time intervals without any additional criteria).
  The system does not allow multiple purely time-based cycles in a single cycle set because it can lead to ambiguity in planning and scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPD304 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Cycle Set Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the cycle set in question.
  Check the cycles defined within the cycle set and identify any purely time-based cycles.
  
  
  
  Modify Cycle Definitions:
  
  If you find multiple purely time-based cycles, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the redundant cycles.
  Combine the cycles into a single cycle if they are intended to serve the same purpose.
  Change the definition of one or more cycles to include additional criteria (e.g., product, location) to differentiate them.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the cycle set to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the planning process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to the cycle set for future reference and to assist other users who may encounter similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cycle Set: A cycle set in SAP is a collection of planning cycles that define how planning is executed over time.
  Purely Time-Based Cycle: A cycle that is defined solely based on time intervals (e.g., daily, weekly) without any additional parameters.
  Master Data Planning (MDP): A module in SAP that deals with planning and managing master data for production and inventory.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for more detailed guidance specific to your version of SAP.