How To Fix PPH_DD062 - Demand-Driven Replenishment is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Demand-Driven Replenishment is not activated

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD062 - Demand-Driven Replenishment is not activated ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD062 indicates that Demand-Driven Replenishment (DDR) is not activated for the relevant material or location. This feature is part of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) solutions, which help manage inventory and supply chain processes more effectively.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Not Completed: Demand-Driven Replenishment may not have been configured in the system for the specific material or location.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or location master data may not have the necessary settings to enable DDR.
  Activation Status: The DDR feature might not be activated at the organizational level or for the specific planning area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Demand-Driven Replenishment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that Demand-Driven Replenishment is activated for the relevant planning area or location.
  This typically involves navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and enabling the DDR settings.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up. You can do this by checking the material in transaction MM03.
  Look for the relevant views (e.g., MRP, Forecast) and ensure that the DDR settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Similar to material master data, ensure that the location master data is correctly configured to support DDR.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the planning area you are working with has DDR activated. This can be checked in the planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed steps on activating and configuring Demand-Driven Replenishment.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to run the DDR process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding the DDR feature.
  Training and Support: Consider training sessions or support from SAP consultants if you are unfamiliar with the configuration process.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPH_DD062 error and successfully activate Demand-Driven Replenishment in your SAP system.