How To Fix PMRP047 - There are no reference top-level demands in reference &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMRP - Messages for pMRP

• Message number: 047

• Message text: There are no reference top-level demands in reference &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMRP047 - There are no reference top-level demands in reference &1 ?

  The SAP error message PMRP047 indicates that there are no reference top-level demands for the specified reference in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when the system is unable to find the necessary demand data to process a particular request.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Demand Data: The most common cause is that there are no top-level demands (such as sales orders, planned orders, or production orders) associated with the reference you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference number provided may be incorrect or does not correspond to any existing demand in the system.
  Data Deletion: The demand data may have been deleted or not yet created in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MRP settings that prevent the system from recognizing the demands.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Demand Data: Verify that there are valid top-level demands associated with the reference number. You can do this by checking the relevant sales orders, planned orders, or production orders in the system.
  Correct Reference: Ensure that the reference number you are using is correct and corresponds to an existing demand.
  Create Missing Demands: If there are no demands, you may need to create the necessary sales orders or planned orders to generate the required demand.
  Review MRP Settings: Check the MRP configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up to recognize and process the demands.
  Run MRP: If you have recently created demands, ensure that you have run the MRP process to update the system with the latest demand data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to view the current stock and demand situation for a material.
  MRP Configuration: Review the MRP configuration settings in the customizing (SPRO) to ensure that the system is set up correctly for your business processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on MRP processes and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MRP and production planning.