How To Fix MPR1029 - Material &1 will not be forecast externally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Material &1 will not be forecast externally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPR1029 - Material &1 will not be forecast externally ?

  The SAP error message MPR1029, which states "Material &1 will not be forecast externally," typically occurs in the context of demand planning and forecasting within the SAP system. This message indicates that the specified material (represented by &1) is not set up to be included in external forecasting processes.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Settings: The material may not be configured correctly in the material master data. Specifically, the forecasting view may not be activated.
  Forecasting Parameters: The forecasting parameters for the material may not be set up correctly, or the material may be marked as "not relevant for forecasting."
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area associated with the material may not be configured to include the material for external forecasting.
  Data Availability: There may not be sufficient historical data available for the material to generate a forecast.
  Forecasting Profile: The forecasting profile assigned to the material may not allow for external forecasting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "Forecast" view. Ensure that the material is set up for forecasting.
  Ensure that the "Forecasting" checkbox is selected.
  
  
  
  Review Forecasting Parameters:
  
  Check the forecasting parameters in the planning book or the forecasting profile assigned to the material. Ensure that the material is marked as relevant for forecasting.
  
  
  
  Verify Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Check the planning area settings in the SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) system. Ensure that the material is included in the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Ensure Data Availability:
  
  Verify that there is sufficient historical data for the material. If there is not enough data, consider adjusting the historical data or using a different material for forecasting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Forecasting Profile:
  
  Review the forecasting profile assigned to the material. Ensure that it allows for external forecasting and that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MC.9 (Display Material Forecast), and /SAPAPO/SDP94 (Display Forecast).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and forecasting settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MPR1029 error and implement the necessary changes to allow the material to be forecasted externally.