How To Fix PIC01038 - No MRP areas found that match selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No MRP areas found that match selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01038 - No MRP areas found that match selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message PIC01038: No MRP areas found that match selection criteria typically occurs when you are trying to run a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process, and the system cannot find any MRP areas that meet the specified selection criteria. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No MRP Areas Defined: The material you are trying to plan may not have any MRP areas defined in the system.
  Selection Criteria Mismatch: The selection criteria you are using (such as plant, storage location, or material type) may not match any existing MRP areas.
  Inactive MRP Areas: The MRP areas may be inactive or not set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the MRP areas.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to the absence of MRP areas.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check MRP Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the MRP area configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: OMD0) and verify if the MRP areas are defined for the relevant materials and plants.
  Ensure that the MRP areas are active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Double-check the selection criteria you are using in the MRP run. Make sure they align with the existing MRP areas.
  If necessary, broaden the selection criteria to include more options.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) for the specific material. Ensure that the MRP area is assigned and that the MRP type is correctly set.
  If the material is new, ensure that all necessary data has been maintained.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the MRP areas. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Run MRP for Specific MRP Areas:
  
  If you are running MRP for a specific MRP area, try running it for the entire plant or a broader selection to see if it resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Areas: MRP areas are used in SAP to manage planning at a more granular level than just the plant or storage location. They allow for more detailed planning and control.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MD01: MRP run for all materials.
  MD02: MRP run for a single material.
  MM03: Display material master data.
  OMD0: MRP area configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to MRP areas and planning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.