How To Fix MPR1025 - Maximum stock &1 lower than the safety stock &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPR1 - Messages Transferring Forecast Data from External Systems

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Maximum stock &1 lower than the safety stock &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPR1025 - Maximum stock &1 lower than the safety stock &2 ?

  The SAP error message MPR1025 "Maximum stock &1 lower than the safety stock &2" typically occurs in the context of material planning and inventory management. This error indicates that the maximum stock level set for a material is lower than the safety stock level, which is not a valid configuration. 
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum stock level (maximum inventory level) is set lower than the safety stock level. This can happen due to incorrect data entry or changes in inventory policies.
  Material Master Data: The settings in the material master record for the specific material may have been incorrectly defined.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not align with the business requirements or inventory strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings for the relevant material.
  Navigate to the "MRP" (Material Requirements Planning) view and verify the values for maximum stock and safety stock.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Stock Level:
  
  If the maximum stock level is indeed lower than the safety stock, you will need to increase the maximum stock level to be greater than or equal to the safety stock level.
  This can be done by editing the material master record (transaction code MM02) and updating the maximum stock value.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the planning parameters are set correctly according to your inventory management strategy. This includes reviewing safety stock calculations and maximum stock levels.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If there are specific business rules or policies that dictate the safety stock and maximum stock levels, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., inventory managers, supply chain planners) to ensure that the changes align with business needs.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, run a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the material planning functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List (to see the impact of changes)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on MRP settings and material master data management.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and audit material master data to ensure that all parameters are set correctly and align with inventory management strategies.
  
  
  By addressing the discrepancy between the maximum stock and safety stock levels, you can resolve the MPR1025 error and ensure smooth material planning processes in SAP.