How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN211 - Material &1 not DP relevant (alternative component --> &2 &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Material &1 not DP relevant (alternative component --> &2 &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN211 - Material &1 not DP relevant (alternative component --> &2 &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN211 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) is not relevant for Demand Planning (DP) in the context of alternative components. The message also references alternative components (&2, &3, &4) that may be related to the material in question.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Configured for DP: The material specified in the error message is not set up to be included in Demand Planning. This could be due to configuration settings in the material master or the planning area.
  Alternative Components: The alternative components mentioned may also not be configured for DP, or they may not be linked correctly to the main material.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may not include the material or its alternatives, leading to this error when trying to perform operations that require DP relevance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the material is marked as relevant for DP. This is typically found in the "MRP" or "APO" views.
  If the material is not relevant, you may need to adjust the settings or create a new material that is relevant for DP.
  
  
  
  Review Alternative Components:
  
  Check the alternative components listed in the error message to ensure they are also set up correctly for DP.
  Ensure that the alternative components are linked properly to the main material in the BOM (Bill of Materials) or in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Verify that the planning area being used includes the material and its alternatives. You can check this in the configuration settings for the planning area in SAP APO.
  If necessary, adjust the planning area settings to include the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring materials for Demand Planning.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  /SAPAPO/DP (Demand Planning)
  /SAPAPO/MC (Master Data Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and planning area settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the material and its alternatives are correctly configured for Demand Planning in SAP.