How To Fix PPH_MRP187 - Configurable material and configuration is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MRP -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Configurable material and configuration is missing

What causes this issue?

The BOM of a configurable material cannot be exploded if no
configuration data exists. For example, the material was not configured
in the sales order or a technical problem exists where the system does
not recognize and pass on the configuration data to the BOM explosion.

System Response

The system plans the material again in classic MRP.

How to fix this error?

To avoid this situation in future where the material is planned twice,
you should check the configuration of the sales orders.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether a program error exists when transferring the configuration
data to BOM explosion.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_MRP187 - Configurable material and configuration is missing ?

  The SAP error message PPH_MRP187 indicates that there is an issue with a configurable material in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP). Specifically, it means that the system cannot find the necessary configuration for a configurable material when trying to perform MRP-related operations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the configuration for the configurable material has not been defined or is incomplete. This can happen if the material is not properly set up in the system or if the configuration profile is missing.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to issues in identifying the configuration.
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: If the dependencies that define how the configurable material can be configured are not set up correctly, the system may not be able to determine the valid configurations.
  
  
  MRP Settings: Incorrect settings in the MRP area or planning parameters for the configurable material can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master record for the configurable material and ensure that the configuration profile is assigned correctly.
  Verify that all necessary characteristics and values are defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the dependencies for the configurable material are correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the configuration profiles and the characteristics that are used.
  
  
  
  Review MRP Settings:
  
  Check the MRP settings for the material in the material master. Ensure that the planning parameters are set correctly and that the material is included in the planning run.
  
  
  
  Create Configuration:
  
  If the configuration is indeed missing, you may need to create a new configuration for the material using the configuration transaction (e.g., CU50 for creating a configuration).
  
  
  
  Test Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that it works as expected. You can do this by trying to create a sales order or production order for the configurable material.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CU50: Create Configuration
  CU51: Display Configuration
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configurable materials, configuration profiles, and MRP settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to configurable materials and MRP.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.