How To Fix VV028 - ICON check only possible without planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VV - Requirements and availability

• Message number: 028

• Message text: ICON check only possible without planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VV028 - ICON check only possible without planning ?

  The SAP error message VV028 ("ICON check only possible without planning") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to perform an action that requires planning data, but the system is unable to find the necessary planning information. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when checking availability for a sales order or during the creation of a delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Data: The most common cause of this error is that the material in question does not have any planning data available in the system. This could be due to the material not being set up for planning in the material master or the planning data not being maintained correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the planning strategy may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to perform the necessary checks.
  Material Type: The material type may not be configured for planning, or it may be a non-planned material.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or the bill of materials (BOM).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master data for the affected material. Ensure that the planning view is maintained and that the material is set up for the appropriate planning strategy.
  
  Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material)
  Check the "MRP" (Material Requirements Planning) view.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Configuration: Ensure that the planning configuration for the material type and the planning strategy is correctly set up in the system.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (Customizing)
  Navigate to the relevant sections for MRP and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Check Availability Check Settings: Review the availability check settings in the material master and ensure that they are configured correctly.
  
  Ensure that the availability check is active and that the correct checking group is assigned.
  
  
  
  Run MRP: If the material is supposed to have planning data, run the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process to generate the necessary planning data.
  
  Transaction Code: MD01 (MRP Run)
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to check stock levels and requirements, and MD02 (MRP Run for Single Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the material master data and perform MRP runs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the VV028 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.