How To Fix PK482 - Could not find a valid record for the quota arrangement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 482

• Message text: Could not find a valid record for the quota arrangement

What causes this issue?

In the material master record for material &v1&
, you defined that the system
is to take schedule lines into account in
<DS:GLOS.3526C035AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>quota arrangements</>.
However, for this material, no suitable quota arrangement record could
be found for supplier &v2&.

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?

Change the settings of the quota arrangement usage for supplier or
create a quota arrangement record for the supplier &v2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK482 - Could not find a valid record for the quota arrangement ?

  The SAP error message PK482, which states "Could not find a valid record for the quota arrangement," typically occurs in the context of quota arrangements in SAP's materials management or production planning modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid quota arrangement record for the material or vendor combination being processed.
  Causes of Error PK482
  
  
  Missing Quota Arrangement: The most common cause is that there is no quota arrangement defined for the specific material and vendor combination in the system.
  
  
  Invalid Quota Arrangement: The quota arrangement may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specific period or conditions under which you are trying to use it.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the quota arrangement itself, such as incorrect assignment of materials or vendors.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or vendor master records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the quota arrangement data.
  
  
  Solutions to Error PK482
  
  
  Check Quota Arrangement:
  
  Go to the transaction code MEQ1 (Create Quota Arrangement) or MEQ2 (Change Quota Arrangement) to verify if a quota arrangement exists for the material and vendor in question.
  Ensure that the quota arrangement is active and valid for the required period.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Quota Arrangement:
  
  If no quota arrangement exists, create a new one using MEQ1.
  If an existing quota arrangement is invalid, update it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Material and Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the material master (transaction code MM03) and vendor master (transaction code XK03) to ensure that the data is correct and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the validity period of the quota arrangement covers the date of the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify quota arrangements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the quota arrangement.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Quota Arrangement: A quota arrangement is a tool in SAP that allows you to manage the allocation of procurement sources for materials. It helps in determining how much quantity should be procured from each vendor based on predefined criteria.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MEQ1: Create Quota Arrangement
  MEQ2: Change Quota Arrangement
  MEQ3: Display Quota Arrangement
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to quota arrangements and error PK482.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.