How To Fix PPH_MRP163 - Material is to be planned by external system

PPH_MRP163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MRP -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Material is to be planned by external system

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

PPH_MRP163 - Details

• The SAP error message PPH_MRP163 indicates that a material is set to be planned by an external system rather than by the SAP system itself. This typically occurs in environments where materials are managed through an external planning system, such as a third-party supply chain management tool or an advanced planning system (APS).
  
  Cause:
  
  External Planning Configuration: The material is configured in the system to be planned externally. This is often set in the material master data or in the planning settings.
  MRP Type: The MRP type for the material may be set to a type that indicates external planning (e.g., "X" for external planning).
  Master Data Settings: The material master record may have specific settings that direct the planning to an external system.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between SAP and the external planning system, leading to the system not recognizing the material for internal planning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go