How To Fix PIC01116 - The materials &1 and &2 belong to different MPN-MRP sets

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 116

• Message text: The materials &1 and &2 belong to different MPN-MRP sets

What causes this issue?

In item &V4& of purchasing document &V3& material &V1& should be
replaced by material &V2&. This is not possible, as both materials
belong to different MPN MRP-sets.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01116 - The materials &1 and &2 belong to different MPN-MRP sets ?

  The SAP error message PIC01116 indicates that there is a conflict between two materials in terms of their MPN (Manufacturer Part Number) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) sets. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves both materials, such as a transfer, a production order, or a procurement process, and the system identifies that they are not compatible due to their different MPN-MRP configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Different MPNs: The two materials have been assigned different Manufacturer Part Numbers, which means they are treated as distinct items in the system.
  Different MRP Types: The materials may have different MRP types or settings, which can affect how they are planned and managed in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master data that lead to this error, such as incorrect settings in the MPN or MRP views.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master records for both materials involved in the error. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that they belong to the same MPN-MRP set if they are intended to be treated as interchangeable.
  
  Go to transaction MM03 to view the material master data.
  Check the MPN and MRP views for both materials.
  
  
  
  Update MPN or MRP Settings: If the materials should be treated as the same, consider updating the MPN or MRP settings to align them. This may involve:
  
  Changing the MPN for one of the materials.
  Adjusting the MRP type or settings to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult with a SAP Consultant: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the materials should indeed be treated as different, consult with a SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team. They can provide guidance based on your specific business processes and system configuration.
  
  
  Review Business Processes: Ensure that your business processes align with the way materials are set up in SAP. If there are discrepancies, it may be necessary to adjust either the processes or the material configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  MPN Configuration: Understand how MPNs are configured in your SAP system, including any relevant settings in the customizing (SPRO) area.
  MRP Configuration: Review MRP settings in your system to ensure they are set up correctly for your materials.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes of the error and ensuring that the materials are configured correctly, you should be able to resolve the PIC01116 error in SAP.