How To Fix MPN02071 - Part &1 is not inventory-managed - no FFF class assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN02 - MPN Message: Materials Planning

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Part &1 is not inventory-managed - no FFF class assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN02071 - Part &1 is not inventory-managed - no FFF class assigned ?

  The SAP error message MPN02071 indicates that a specific part (material) is not inventory-managed and does not have a Finished Goods (FFF) class assigned. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and inventory control within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material in question may be defined in SAP as a non-inventory-managed type (e.g., a service or a consumable).
  Missing FFF Class: The material does not have a Finished Goods class assigned, which is necessary for certain processes, such as production planning or inventory management.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or in the settings for inventory management.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the material type and ensure it is set to an inventory-managed type (e.g., finished goods, raw materials).
  Check the views related to inventory management and ensure they are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Assign FFF Class:
  
  If the material is intended to be inventory-managed, ensure that it has a Finished Goods class assigned.
  You can assign a class by going to the classification view of the material master and adding the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material types and inventory management.
  Ensure that the settings for the material type allow for inventory management and that the necessary classes are defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on material types and inventory management settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP (e.g., raw materials, finished goods, semi-finished goods) have different characteristics and settings.
  Inventory Management: Understanding how inventory management works in SAP is crucial for resolving issues related to material management.
  Classification System: SAP uses a classification system to categorize materials, which can affect how they are managed in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPN02071 error and ensure that the material is properly configured for inventory management.