How To Fix PPH_DD117 - Consumption indicator for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Consumption indicator for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD117 - Consumption indicator for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD117 indicates that there is an issue with the consumption indicator for a specific product in a particular plant and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) area. This error typically arises when the consumption indicator set for the product is not valid or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Consumption Indicator: The consumption indicator assigned to the product in the material master may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MRP settings or the consumption indicator settings in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the product, plant, or MRP area that lead to this error.
  Missing Customization: The consumption indicator may not have been properly customized or defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the product in question (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the consumption indicator in the relevant views (e.g., MRP view).
  Ensure that the consumption indicator is correctly assigned and valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Consumption Indicator:
  
  Check the list of valid consumption indicators in the system (transaction code OMD1 or similar).
  If the indicator is not valid, you may need to create or modify it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review MRP Area Settings:
  
  Check the MRP area settings for the plant and product (transaction code OMD2).
  Ensure that the MRP area is correctly configured and that the consumption indicator is applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings related to consumption indicators in the MRP configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the consumption indicators are defined and linked correctly to the relevant MRP areas and plants.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the material master or related data.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on consumption indicators and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Consumption Indicators: These are used in MRP to determine how stock is consumed and can affect planning and inventory management.
  MRP Areas: MRP areas allow for more granular planning and control of materials within specific locations or segments of a plant.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MRP and material management.