How To Fix PPH_DD093 - No Buffer Profile for Var. Ind. &1,Lead Time Ind. &2,Proc Type &3,MOQ-Yes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 093

• Message text: No Buffer Profile for Var. Ind. &1,Lead Time Ind. &2,Proc Type &3,MOQ-Yes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD093 - No Buffer Profile for Var. Ind. &1,Lead Time Ind. &2,Proc Type &3,MOQ-Yes ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD093 indicates that there is no buffer profile defined for a specific combination of variables in the system. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with buffer management in SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system attempts to access a buffer profile for a specific combination of:
  
  Variant Indicator (Var. Ind. &1)
  Lead Time Indicator (Lead Time Ind. &2)
  Procurement Type (Proc Type &3)
  Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) set to "Yes"
  
  If the buffer profile for this combination is not defined in the system, the error will occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Buffer Profiles:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining buffer profiles (usually in the APO module).
  Verify if a buffer profile exists for the specified combination of variant indicator, lead time indicator, and procurement type.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Buffer Profile:
  
  If the buffer profile does not exist, you will need to create a new buffer profile that matches the required parameters.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to modify it to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign Buffer Profile:
  
  Ensure that the newly created or modified buffer profile is assigned to the relevant materials or products in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the materials involved to ensure that the variant indicator, lead time indicator, and procurement type are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on how to manage buffer profiles and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Buffer Profiles: These are used in SAP to manage inventory levels and production planning effectively. They help in determining how much stock should be kept on hand based on various parameters.
  APO Module: Advanced Planning and Optimization is a part of SAP that focuses on supply chain planning, including demand planning, supply network planning, and production planning.
  Master Data: This includes all the essential data that is required for the operations of the business processes, such as material master, vendor master, and customer master.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.