How To Fix PPH_DD116 - Default EFG classification assigned to Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3

PPH_DD116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Default EFG classification assigned to Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD116 - Default EFG classification assigned to Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD116 indicates that a default EFG (External Forecast Group) classification has been assigned to a product in a specific plant and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) area. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there is an issue with the classification of products for forecasting purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Classification: The product may not have a valid classification assigned in the system, which is necessary for the forecasting process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the EFG or the product's classification might be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the product, plant, or MRP area.
  Default Settings: The system might be trying to use a default classification that is not applicable or not set up correctly for the specific product.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Classification: Verify that the product has the correct classification assigned.