How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF182 - NLQ determination on reference material level not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: NLQ determination on reference material level not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF182 - NLQ determination on reference material level not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF182 indicates that the system is unable to determine the Net Quantity (NLQ) for a reference material. This error typically arises in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and can be related to various factors, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The reference material may not have the necessary master data set up, such as material master records, or it may be missing relevant views (e.g., sales, purchasing, or storage views).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant SCM processes may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in NLQ determination.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the reference material, such as incorrect units of measure or missing data in related tables.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked or have a status that prevents it from being processed.
  Missing or Incorrect NLQ Calculation Logic: The logic or rules defined for calculating NLQ may not be correctly implemented or may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the reference material has all the necessary master data maintained. Verify that the material master record is complete and that all relevant views are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure that they are set up correctly for NLQ determination. This may involve reviewing settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the material data. This may involve checking related tables and ensuring that all necessary data is present and correct.
  Material Status Review: Check the status of the material to ensure it is not blocked or restricted in a way that would prevent processing.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the NLQ determination process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require technical expertise in ABAP or SCM processes.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SPRO (Customizing) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SCM for further assistance.