How To Fix PPH_DD073 - Demand-Driven MRP Type not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Demand-Driven MRP Type not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD073 - Demand-Driven MRP Type not found ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD073, which indicates that the "Demand-Driven MRP Type not found," typically arises in the context of Demand-Driven MRP (DDMRP) configuration. This error suggests that the system is unable to find a specific MRP type that is required for processing demand-driven planning.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the Demand-Driven MRP type has not been defined or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may not have the correct MRP type assigned, or it may be missing altogether.
  Customizing Issues: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to DDMRP, which could lead to the system not recognizing the MRP type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MRP Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the Demand-Driven MRP settings.
  Ensure that the required MRP types are defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction MM03 to check the material master record for the affected materials.
  Ensure that the MRP type is correctly assigned in the MRP view of the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary customizing settings for DDMRP are in place. This includes settings for planning parameters, buffer profiles, and other related configurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues.
  Ensure that all necessary customizing requests have been successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DDMRP for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  MD04 (Stock/Requirements List)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring DDMRP.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to Demand-Driven MRP to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the configuration and usage.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PPH_DD073 error message in SAP.