How To Fix PPH_GEN117 - There is no demand type for material shortages

PPH_GEN117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 117

• Message text: There is no demand type for material shortages

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_GEN117 - There is no demand type for material shortages ?

  The SAP error message PPH_GEN117, which states "There is no demand type for material shortages," typically occurs in the context of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP) when the system cannot find a valid demand type for a specific material shortage. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the planning run or when trying to analyze material availability.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Demand Type Configuration: The demand type for the material shortage may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the material is not properly set up in the system or if the demand type has not been assigned to the material.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, leading to the system not recognizing the demand type.
  
  
  Planning Strategy Issues: The planning strategy assigned to the material may not be compatible with the demand type, causing the system to fail in identifying