How To Fix PPE4172 - The scrap must be less than 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE4 - Messages from the iPPE Access Object

• Message number: 172

• Message text: The scrap must be less than 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4172 - The scrap must be less than 100% ?

  The SAP error message PPE4172, which states "The scrap must be less than 100%," typically occurs in the context of production planning or process order management when the scrap percentage defined for a production order or process order exceeds 100%. This is not permissible, as scrap is a measure of the amount of material that is expected to be lost or wasted during the production process, and logically, it cannot exceed the total amount of material being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Scrap Percentage: The scrap percentage entered in the production order or process order is set to 100% or more.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or routing may have incorrect scrap values defined.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings in the production planning module may not be set up correctly, leading to erroneous scrap values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Production Order/Process Order:
  
  Go to the production order or process order in question and check the scrap percentage defined.
  Ensure that the scrap percentage is set to a value less than 100%.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the material master data for the relevant material and check the scrap percentage defined in the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  Adjust the scrap percentage if it is incorrectly set.
  
  
  
  Examine Routing:
  
  Check the routing associated with the production order to see if there are any scrap values defined that exceed 100%.
  Modify the routing if necessary to ensure that scrap values are realistic.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the production planning module to ensure that there are no systemic issues causing this error.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team if you suspect a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on the correct values for scrap percentages to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and process orders for best practices regarding scrap management.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the production process can proceed as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPE4172 error and ensure that your production processes run smoothly.