How To Fix PPH_DD122 - Enter a SOS type for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Enter a SOS type for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD122 - Enter a SOS type for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD122 indicates that a Stock Overview System (SOS) type has not been defined for a specific product in a particular plant and MRP area. This error typically arises in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for the product in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SOS Type: The primary cause of this error is that the SOS type has not been assigned to the product in the specified plant and MRP area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system that prevent the SOS type from being recognized or assigned.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data for the product, plant, or MRP area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views for the product in question.
  Ensure that the MRP area is correctly defined and that the product is assigned to the correct MRP area.
  
  
  
  Define SOS Type:
  
  If the SOS type is missing, you need to define it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for MRP and ensure that the SOS type is assigned to the product in the relevant plant and MRP area.
  
  
  
  Assign SOS Type:
  
  Use transaction code PPH1 or the relevant configuration transaction to assign the SOS type to the product.
  Ensure that the SOS type is correctly linked to the product, plant, and MRP area.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Area Settings:
  
  Verify that the MRP area settings are correctly configured. You can do this by checking the MRP area configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to configure SOS types and MRP areas.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Material Master Display), PPH1 (Define SOS Types), and MD01 (MRP Run).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and configuration settings.
  
  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.