How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI085 - Minimum days of supply greater then maximum days of supply

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Minimum days of supply greater then maximum days of supply

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI085 - Minimum days of supply greater then maximum days of supply ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI085 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the supply chain management settings, specifically concerning the minimum and maximum days of supply for a particular product or material. This error typically arises when the minimum days of supply is set to a value that is greater than the maximum days of supply, which is logically inconsistent.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The most common cause is a misconfiguration in the settings for the material or product in question. The minimum days of supply should always be less than or equal to the maximum days of supply.
  Data Entry Mistake: During the setup or maintenance of the material master data, incorrect values may have been entered for the minimum and maximum days of supply.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has been recently migrated or upgraded, there may be inconsistencies in the data that were not properly addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material.
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., MRP view) and check the values for minimum and maximum days of supply.
  Ensure that the minimum days of supply is less than or equal to the maximum days of supply.
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If the minimum days of supply is greater than the maximum, adjust the values accordingly. Set the minimum days of supply to a value that is less than or equal to the maximum days of supply.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to supply chain management and MRP settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring days of supply settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to access and modify material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your supply chain settings are correctly configured.