How To Fix MPN02016 - &1 cannot be planned in plant &2 (MRP type &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN02 - MPN Message: Materials Planning

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 cannot be planned in plant &2 (MRP type &3)

What causes this issue?

Availability indicator &V3& has been entered for material &V1& for
plant &V2&. This availability indicator has MRP procedure 'N' - not
planned for material requirements. Material requirements planning must
however be possible for
<DS:GLOS.3608C3DABA271348E10000009B38F91F>MPN-MRP sets</>.

How to fix this error?

Input a different availability indicator or remove the material from
the MPN-MRP set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN02016 - &1 cannot be planned in plant &2 (MRP type &3) ?

  The SAP error message MPN02016 indicates that a material cannot be planned in a specific plant due to its MRP (Material Requirements Planning) type. This error typically arises in the context of MRP runs or when trying to create or modify planning data for a material.
  Cause:
  The error message MPN02016 is triggered when:
  
  The material is not set up for planning in the specified plant.
  The MRP type assigned to the material does not allow for planning in that plant.
  The material may be marked as "not relevant for planning" or has been set to a status that prevents it from being included in MRP calculations.
  The plant itself may not be set up correctly for MRP processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the MRP views for the material in the specified plant.
  Ensure that the MRP type is appropriate for the planning strategy you want to use.
  
  
  
  Review MRP Type:
  
  Verify the MRP type assigned to the material. Common MRP types include PD (MRP), VB (Manual Reorder Point), and others. Ensure that the MRP type allows for planning.
  If necessary, change the MRP type to one that supports planning.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant is correctly configured for MRP. This includes checking the plant settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO) to ensure MRP is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Review the planning parameters for the material, such as lot size, safety stock, and reorder point, to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Special Stock Indicators:
  
  If the material is marked as special stock (e.g., consignment, project stock), ensure that the planning settings are appropriate for that stock type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the MRP type and its implications for planning.
  
  
  
  Test MRP Run:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test MRP run to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Types: Understanding the different MRP types and their functionalities is crucial. Each MRP type has specific settings that dictate how materials are planned.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MD01: MRP Run
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.