How To Fix PPH_DD126 - Horizon in future for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 cannot be zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_DD - Messages for Demand Driven

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Horizon in future for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 cannot be zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_DD126 - Horizon in future for Product &1 Plant &2 MRP Area &3 cannot be zero ?

  The SAP error message PPH_DD126 indicates that there is an issue with the planning horizon for a specific product in a given plant and MRP area. This error typically arises when the planning horizon is set to a future date, but the system is unable to process it because the relevant settings or data are not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Horizon Configuration: The planning horizon for the product in the specified plant and MRP area may not be set correctly. This could mean that the planning horizon is either not defined or is set to zero.
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the product may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the MRP views.
  MRP Area Settings: The MRP area settings may not be properly configured, leading to issues in planning.
  Time Period Settings: The time period settings in the MRP configuration may not allow for planning beyond a certain date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon: 
  
  Go to the MRP area settings and verify the planning horizon. Ensure that it is set to a valid future date and not zero.
  You can check this in the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and navigate to the MRP views.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary fields in the material master are filled out correctly, especially in the MRP views.
  Check if the material is marked for planning and that the relevant MRP type is set.
  
  
  
  MRP Area Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the MRP area in transaction code OMIZ (Define MRP Areas) to ensure that it is set up correctly for the product and plant.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Period Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the planning time fence and other related settings in the MRP configuration (transaction code OPP1 for planning parameters).
  Ensure that the system allows planning for the desired time frame.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring MRP areas and planning horizons.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test planning run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  OMIZ - Define MRP Areas
  OPP1 - MRP Parameters
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPH_DD126 error and ensure that the planning horizon is correctly set for the specified product, plant, and MRP area.