How To Fix PIC01045 - Diff. &1 for &2 and &3 in MRP area &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Diff. &1 for &2 and &3 in MRP area &4

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

What causes this issue?

Both materials &V2& and &V3& contain different values in MRP area &V4&
in field &V1&.

System Response

In order for the materials of a MPN MRP-set to be planned together,
those attributes that affect MRP, must match.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the materials of an MPN MRP-set match, with the
MRP-relevant fields (such as MRP profile, reference material, copying
functions, mass maintenance).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01045 - Diff. &1 for &2 and &3 in MRP area &4 ?

  The SAP error message PIC01045 typically relates to issues in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) area, specifically concerning the planning of materials. The message indicates a discrepancy in the planning data for a specific material in a given MRP area.
  Cause:
  The error message PIC01045 "Diff. &1 for &2 and &3 in MRP area &4" usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the material, such as differences in the planning parameters between the material master and the MRP area settings.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the MRP area or the material master data can lead to discrepancies.
  Planning File Entries: Issues with planning file entries that are not synchronized or updated correctly can also trigger this error.
  Stock Levels: Discrepancies in stock levels or availability checks that do not match the expected values for the MRP area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PIC01045 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material in the specified MRP area. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out and consistent.
  Review MRP Area Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the MRP area. Ensure that the settings align with the material master data.
  Analyze Planning File Entries: Use transaction codes like MD21 or MD22 to check the planning file entries for the material. Ensure that they are correctly set up and updated.
  Run MRP Again: After making any necessary corrections, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  Check Stock Levels: Ensure that stock levels are accurate and reflect the current inventory status. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check stock levels.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD01 (MRP Run), MD02 (Single-item, Multi-level MRP), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) for MRP-related tasks.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of MRP areas and material master data.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PIC01045 error in your SAP system.