How To Fix PPH_MRP191 - Direct proc. with cat. &1 w/o material not supported in MRP Live on HANA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MRP -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Direct proc. with cat. &1 w/o material not supported in MRP Live on HANA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_MRP191 - Direct proc. with cat. &1 w/o material not supported in MRP Live on HANA ?

  The SAP error message PPH_MRP191 indicates that there is an issue with the processing of a direct procurement category in the MRP Live (Material Requirements Planning) environment on HANA. Specifically, the error states that a direct procurement process with a certain category (denoted by &1) is not supported in MRP Live.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the MRP Live functionality does not support certain procurement types or categories, particularly direct procurement. This can occur when:
  
  The material master data is not set up correctly for the procurement type.
  The procurement category being used is not compatible with MRP Live.
  The settings in the MRP configuration do not allow for the processing of direct procurement in the MRP Live environment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data for the affected materials is correctly configured. Specifically, check the procurement type and ensure it is set to a type that is supported by MRP Live.
  
  
  
  Review MRP Configuration:
  
  Verify the MRP settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the configuration allows for the processing of the procurement types you are using. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or MRP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Use Classic MRP:
  
  If direct procurement is essential for your process and cannot be configured to work with MRP Live, consider using the classic MRP (transaction MD01) instead of MRP Live for those specific materials or procurement types.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding the support of direct procurement in MRP Live. SAP frequently updates its software, and there may be patches or notes that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MRP Live: MRP Live is a new generation of MRP processing that leverages the capabilities of the HANA database for faster and more efficient planning.
  Direct Procurement: This refers to the procurement of materials directly from suppliers without going through inventory, often used in scenarios like just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on MRP Live and its supported features.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.