How To Fix PK217 - Independent source requires normal replenishment trigger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Independent source requires normal replenishment trigger

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicator "independent source" and you also selected a
procedure that does not correspond to the 'normal' procedure for
triggering replenishment (replenishment by setting kanban status to
EMPTY).
If you use the independent source, a kanban is set from status WAIT to
status EMPTY manually at the supply source.
If you trigger replenishment in a way that differs from the 'normal'
procedure, a kanban is automatically set from status WAIT to status
EMPTY if an appropriate signal is specified for another kanban.
You cannot combine these two procedures.

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?

Choose one of the procedures.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK217 - Independent source requires normal replenishment trigger ?

  The SAP error message PK217 ("Independent source requires normal replenishment trigger") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or Materials Management (MM) modules. This error indicates that the system is expecting a normal replenishment trigger for an independent source, but it is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master or the planning settings may not be configured correctly for the independent source.
  Missing Replenishment Trigger: The system is looking for a specific trigger (like a planned order or purchase requisition) that is not present.
  Planning Strategy: The planning strategy for the material may not be set to allow for independent requirements, leading to this error.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup, such as missing or incorrect settings in the material master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Ensure that the planning view is correctly set up, particularly the fields related to independent requirements and replenishment triggers.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Strategy:
  
  Check the planning strategy assigned to the material. If it is set to a strategy that does not support independent requirements, consider changing it to a suitable strategy (e.g., Make-to-Stock or Make-to-Order).
  
  
  
  Set Up Replenishment Triggers:
  
  Ensure that the necessary replenishment triggers are set up in the system. This may involve creating planned orders or purchase requisitions as needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependent Requirements:
  
  If the material is part of a bill of materials (BOM), ensure that the dependent requirements are correctly set up and that the independent requirements are being generated as expected.
  
  
  
  Run MRP:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to your version of SAP and the configuration of independent requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MD01 (MRP Run)
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  
  
  
  Planning Strategies: Familiarize yourself with different planning strategies in SAP, as they dictate how materials are planned and replenished.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PK217 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.