How To Fix PIC01209 - & is a non-leading part in plant &; planning not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 209

• Message text: & is a non-leading part in plant &; planning not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01209 - & is a non-leading part in plant &; planning not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PIC01209 indicates that a non-leading part in a plant is not permitted in the context of planning. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when there is an attempt to use a non-leading part (a part that is not the primary or main part in a bill of materials or production order) in a way that is not allowed by the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Leading Part Configuration: The part in question is configured as a non-leading part in the system, which means it cannot be used in certain planning scenarios or operations.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the plant may not allow for the use of non-leading parts in the specific context you are trying to use them.
  Bill of Materials (BOM) Issues: The BOM may not be set up correctly, or the part may not be included in the BOM as expected.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data or the configuration of the part in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Configuration: Verify the configuration of the material in the material master. Ensure that it is set up correctly as a leading or non-leading part as per your business requirements.
  Review BOM: Check the Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure that the non-leading part is included correctly and that the BOM is set up to allow for its use in planning.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review the planning parameters for the plant and adjust them if necessary to allow for the use of non-leading parts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling non-leading parts in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a configuration issue that requires deeper technical knowledge.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained, including the views relevant to planning.
  BOM Configuration: Understand how BOMs are structured in your organization and how non-leading parts are treated within that structure.
  Planning Strategies: Familiarize yourself with the planning strategies used in your organization, as they can affect how parts are treated in the planning process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling non-leading parts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.