How To Fix ORF1043 - Annual Demand less than Minimum Annual Demand

ORF1043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ORF1 - Spare Parts Stock Calculation

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Annual Demand less than Minimum Annual Demand

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ORF1043 - Details

• The SAP error message ORF1043, which states "Annual Demand less than Minimum Annual Demand," typically occurs in the context of demand planning or forecasting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the annual demand forecast for a particular product or material is below the minimum threshold set in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Demand Forecasting: The annual demand calculated for a product is lower than the minimum annual demand defined in the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The minimum annual demand might be set too high in the material master or planning parameters.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the demand planning process can lead to an inaccurate forecast.
  Seasonal Variations: If the product is seasonal and the forecast does not account for peak demand periods, it may result in a lower annual demand.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Minimum Annual Demand Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the minimum annual demand in the material master or planning parameters. Adjust the minimum