How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP182 - Enter the number of the MRP element first

/SAPAPO/ATP182 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Enter the number of the MRP element first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP182 - Enter the number of the MRP element first ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP182 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to perform an action related to Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks or similar processes without specifying the required MRP (Material Requirements Planning) element number first.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the system requires the user to enter the number of the MRP element before proceeding with the action. This is often due to:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not provided the necessary MRP element number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Sequence of Actions: The user may be trying to execute a function that depends on the MRP element being specified first.
  User Interface Issue: There might be a problem with the user interface where the field for entering the MRP element is not visible or accessible.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Enter MRP Element Number: Ensure that you enter the MRP element number in the designated