How To Fix SP012 - The system could not determine any usable strategy items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP - Logistics: stock determination

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The system could not determine any usable strategy items

What causes this issue?

The stock determination strategy found for stock determination group
&V1&, stock determination rule &V2& does not contain any entries that
can be used in the item table. Optional <DS:GLOS.pipeline_material>
pipeline withdrawal</> is not possible either.
A strategy item can be used if it fits the predefined stock
specifications. If stock determination is used for a
<DS:GLOS.reservation>reservation item</> with the predefined withdrawal
storage location 0001, the system ignores all strategy items with a
different storage location.

System Response

The system could not determine any stocks.

How to fix this error?

If required, add suitable strategy items to the stock determination
strategy.
INCLUDE NA_CUST
INCLUDE NA_CUST_MAINTAIN_3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP012 - The system could not determine any usable strategy items ?

  The SAP error message SP012, "The system could not determine any usable strategy items," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or Materials Management (MM) modules, particularly when dealing with strategies for planning or procurement.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Strategy Items: The system may not have any strategy items defined for the material in question. This can happen if the material master data is incomplete or not properly configured.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning strategy settings in the material master or the configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly. This includes the planning strategy, lot size, and other related parameters.
  
  
  Invalid or Inactive Strategy: The strategy that is supposed to be used may be inactive or not applicable for the current scenario.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master, BOM (Bill of Materials), or routing.
  
  
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The plant or storage location may not be set up correctly, or the material may not be available in the specified location.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Ensure that the relevant planning strategy is assigned to the material.
  
  
  Review Planning Strategy: Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) view. Ensure that the planning strategy is appropriate for the material and that it has valid strategy items.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the planning strategies in the SPRO transaction. Ensure that the strategies are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Validate BOM and Routing: If applicable, check the BOM and routing for the material to ensure they are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the material is available in the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master or through inventory management transactions.
  
  
  Run MRP: If changes have been made, run the MRP process again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  MD01: MRP Run
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning strategies and material master configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.