How To Fix PIC01010 - Replacement type is missing for material &1, sequence number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Replacement type is missing for material &1, sequence number &2

What causes this issue?

No value exists for the field <ZH>Replacement type</>.

System Response

No replacement type has been entered for material &V1& with sequence
number &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Enter a replacement type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01010 - Replacement type is missing for material &1, sequence number &2 ?

  The SAP error message PIC01010 indicates that there is a missing replacement type for a specific material and sequence number in the context of a production or planning process. This error typically arises in scenarios involving production orders, material requirements planning (MRP), or when dealing with bill of materials (BOM) and routing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The replacement type for the material has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the material is newly created or if the configuration was not completed properly.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the absence of a replacement type.
  Sequence Number Issues: The sequence number referenced in the error may not correspond to any valid entry in the system, or it may not have a defined replacement type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the material in question.
  Verify that the relevant views (such as Basic Data, MRP, and Work Scheduling) are correctly filled out, especially the fields related to replacement types.
  
  
  
  Define Replacement Type:
  
  If the replacement type is missing, you may need to define it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the material type or in the relevant customizing settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the appropriate area to define replacement types.
  
  
  
  Check BOM and Routing:
  
  If the error occurs in the context of a BOM or routing, ensure that the BOM or routing for the material is correctly set up and that all necessary components and sequences are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Sequence Number:
  
  Ensure that the sequence number referenced in the error message is valid and corresponds to an existing entry in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage replacement types and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CA03 - Display Routing
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling replacement types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management or production planning.