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Message type: E = Error
Message class: PPH_MRP -
Message number: 147
Message text: Material status prevents usage in MRP
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PPH_MRP147
- Material status prevents usage in MRP ?The SAP error message PPH_MRP147, which states "Material status prevents usage in MRP," indicates that the material you are trying to use in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process has a status that restricts its availability for planning. This can occur due to various reasons related to the material's configuration or status settings.
Causes:
- Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts its use in MRP, such as "Blocked," "Inactive," or a custom status that has been defined to prevent planning.
- MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may not allow it to be included in MRP runs.
- Plant-Specific Settings: The material may have plant-specific settings that restrict its use in MRP for a particular plant.
- Special Procurement Types: If the material is set up with special procurement types (like consignment or subcontracting), it may not be included in MRP.
- User Exits or Custom Logic: Custom logic or user exits may be implemented that restrict the material from being included in MRP.
Solutions:
Check Material Status:
- Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the "Basic Data" and "MRP" views for the material status.
- If the status is set to "Blocked" or "Inactive," you may need to change it to "Active" or an appropriate status that allows MRP usage.
Review MRP Type:
- Check the MRP type assigned to the material in the MRP view of the material master. Ensure it is set to a type that allows MRP processing (e.g., PD for MRP).
Plant-Specific Settings:
- Verify if there are any plant-specific settings that might be affecting the material's availability for MRP. This can be checked in the plant-specific views of the material master.
Adjust Special Procurement Types:
- If the material is set up with a special procurement type, review the settings to ensure they are appropriate for MRP processing.
Consult with Technical Team:
- If there are custom developments or user exits that might be affecting the material's status, consult with your technical team to review and adjust the logic as necessary.
Re-run MRP:
- After making the necessary changes, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.
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