How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF184 - &1 out of &2 materials used to determine NLQ for reference material &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: &1 out of &2 materials used to determine NLQ for reference material &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF184 - &1 out of &2 materials used to determine NLQ for reference material &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF184 typically relates to issues in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, specifically when dealing with the determination of the Net Load Quantity (NLQ) for reference materials. The message indicates that a certain number of materials (out of a total) could not be used to determine the NLQ for a specified reference material.
  Cause:
  
  Material Status: Some of the materials may be inactive, blocked, or have a status that prevents them from being used in calculations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records or related configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the SCM module may not be correctly configured to allow for the determination of NLQ.
  Master Data Issues: The reference material or the materials being evaluated may not have the necessary master data set up correctly (e.g., missing planning data, incorrect unit of measure).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain materials or data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the materials involved. Ensure that they are active and not blocked for use.
  Review Master Data: Check the material master records for the reference material and the materials being evaluated. Ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SCM module related to NLQ determination. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the materials in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), or SCMB related transactions to analyze the materials and their statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.