How To Fix MPD337 - None of the dates for the MP &1 are in defined range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 337

• Message text: None of the dates for the MP &1 are in defined range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD337 - None of the dates for the MP &1 are in defined range ?

  The SAP error message MPD337, which states "None of the dates for the MP &1 are in defined range," typically occurs in the context of Material Planning (MP) when the system is unable to find any valid dates for a specific material planning object (like a material or a production order) within the defined planning horizon.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Range Configuration: The planning horizon or date range defined in the system does not include the dates associated with the material planning object. This can happen if the planning period is set too narrowly or if the dates for the material are outside the defined range.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in the planning dates.
  
  
  Planning Parameters: Incorrect planning parameters or settings in the planning strategy can lead to this error.
  
  
  Time Period Settings: The settings for the time period in the planning run may not align with the actual dates of the material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon: Review and adjust the planning horizon settings in the configuration. Ensure that the dates for the material planning object fall within this range.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Verify the material master data for the specific material. Ensure that all relevant dates (like availability dates, production dates, etc.) are correctly maintained.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Check the planning parameters in the configuration settings. Make sure they are set correctly to allow for the necessary date ranges.
  
  
  Run Planning Again: After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration settings related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MD01 (MRP Run) or MD02 (Single-item, multi-level planning) to initiate planning runs.
  Configuration Settings: Look into the configuration settings for MRP (Material Requirements Planning) in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the planning process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MPD337 error and implement a solution to resolve it.