How To Fix PPH_GEN102 - Select at least one material shortage

PPH_GEN102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_GEN - Messages for PP on HANA - General

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Select at least one material shortage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_GEN102 - Select at least one material shortage ?

  The SAP error message PPH_GEN102, which states "Select at least one material shortage," typically occurs in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when the system expects the user to select at least one material shortage for further processing, such as creating a purchase requisition or production order.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Material Shortages Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any material shortages from the list provided in the application.
  Filter Settings: The filter settings may be configured in such a way that no material shortages are displayed, leading to the inability to select any.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data in the system, such as incorrect material master records or missing information that prevents the system from recognizing material shortages.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Material Shortages: Ensure that you select at least one material shortage from the list. This is usually done by checking