How To Fix PMMO_PEGGING008 - Replenishment &1 cannot be assigned (parent: &2) - material missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_PEGGING - Messages for Pegging in PMMO

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Replenishment &1 cannot be assigned (parent: &2) - material missing

What causes this issue?

Replenishment cannot be assigned as the material number is missing for
the requirement.

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 PMMO_PEGGING008 - Replenishment &1 cannot be assigned (parent: &2) - material missing ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_PEGGING008 indicates that there is an issue with the replenishment process in the Production Planning (PP) or Materials Management (MM) module. Specifically, it means that a replenishment order cannot be assigned to a parent material because the required material is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material: The most common cause is that the material specified in the replenishment order is not available in the system or is not properly defined in the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material or the production process, such as incorrect BOM (Bill of Materials) or routing.
  Stock Levels: The stock levels of the required components may be insufficient to fulfill the replenishment order.
  Planning Parameters: Incorrect planning parameters or settings in the material master or in the planning strategy can lead to this error.
  Status of the Material: The material might be blocked or in a status that prevents it from being used in production or replenishment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Availability: Verify that the required material is available in the system. Check the material master data to ensure it is correctly defined and active.
  Review BOM and Routing: Ensure that the BOM and routing for the parent material are correctly set up and that all components are included and available.
  Check Stock Levels: Review the stock levels of the required components to ensure that there is enough inventory to fulfill the replenishment order.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If necessary, adjust the planning parameters in the material master or the planning strategy to ensure that they align with the production requirements.
  Material Status: Check the status of the material to ensure it is not blocked or restricted from being used in production.
  Re-run MRP: If changes are made, consider re-running the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process to update the planning data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CS03 (Display BOM), and CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material management and production planning processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PMMO_PEGGING008 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.