How To Fix PPH_MRP164 - Material manually set to planning in classic MRP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MRP -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Material manually set to planning in classic MRP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_MRP164 - Material manually set to planning in classic MRP ?

  The SAP error message PPH_MRP164 indicates that a material has been manually set to "planning" in classic MRP (Material Requirements Planning). This typically means that the material is not being planned automatically by the system due to certain settings or conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Settings: The material may have been manually set to a planning status that overrides automatic planning.
  MRP Type: The MRP type assigned to the material may be set to a type that does not allow automatic planning (e.g., "ND" - No MRP).
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the material may not be configured correctly, leading to manual intervention.
  Status Settings: The material may have a status that prevents it from being included in the MRP run (e.g., blocked for planning).
  Custom Settings: Custom configurations or user exits may have been implemented that affect the planning behavior of the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data for the material in question. Look specifically at the MRP views to ensure that the MRP type is set correctly and that the material is not blocked for planning.
  Review MRP Type: Ensure that the MRP type assigned to the material allows for automatic planning. If it is set to "ND" or another non-planning type, consider changing it to a suitable MRP type (e.g., "PD" for MRP).
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the planning parameters are not set correctly, adjust them to ensure that the material can be included in the MRP run.
  Check for Manual Overrides: If the material was manually set to planning, check if this was done intentionally and if it is still required. If not, revert the setting.
  Consult Documentation: Review any custom documentation or configurations that may affect the planning process for this material.
  Run MRP Again: After making the necessary changes, run the MRP process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MD02 (Single-item, single-level MRP), and MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to analyze the material's planning status and requirements.
  MRP Configuration: Familiarize yourself with MRP configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to understand how materials are planned in your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MRP processes.