How To Fix WT250 - Indicates that forecast sales are to be included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WT - Retail: Replenishment

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Indicates that forecast sales are to be included

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Flag this indicator if the forecasted sales from the planning date to
the end of the replenishment lead time are to be recognized as issues
when calculating replenishment requirements. It is, however, a
prerequisite that forecasted sales data already exists.

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  SAP Error Message WT250: "Indicates that forecast sales are to be included"
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The message WT250 typically appears in the context of transfer postings or goods movements involving forecast sales quantities in SAP's Warehouse Management (WM) or Inventory Management (IM) modules.
  
  Meaning: The system is indicating that forecast sales quantities are involved in the transaction.
  This usually happens when you try to perform a goods movement or transfer posting that affects stock which includes forecast sales quantities.
  Forecast sales quantities are planned or expected sales quantities that are considered in planning but are not yet actual sales orders.
  The system warns or blocks the transaction because forecast sales quantities should be handled carefully to avoid inconsistencies in stock or planning data.
  
  
  2. When Does This Occur?
  
  When you try to post a goods movement or transfer posting for a material that has forecast sales quantities assigned.
  When the system detects that the stock you are trying to move or change includes quantities that are reserved or planned for forecast sales.
  This is common in scenarios involving planning, stock reservations, or transfer postings where forecast sales quantities are relevant.
  
  
  3. Solution / How to Resolve
  
  Check Forecast Sales Quantities: Review the forecast sales quantities for the material in question.
  Adjust Planning Data: If forecast sales quantities are no longer valid or need adjustment, update or delete the forecast sales data in the planning system (e.g., in Sales and Operations Planning or Demand Management).
  Use Correct Movement Types: Ensure that the movement type or transaction you are using is appropriate and allowed for stock that includes forecast sales quantities.
  Consult Planning and Warehouse Teams: Coordinate with planning and warehouse management to understand if forecast sales quantities should be included or excluded in the transaction.
  Override or Confirm: In some cases, the system may allow you to confirm or override the warning if you are sure the transaction is correct.
  Check Configuration: Verify if there are any custom validations or user exits that trigger this message and adjust if necessary.
  
  
  4. Related Information
  
  Forecast Sales Quantities: These are quantities planned for future sales, used in demand planning and inventory management.
  Planning Integration: Forecast sales quantities are often integrated with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Warehouse Management.
  Transaction Codes: The message may appear in transactions like MB1B, MIGO, or warehouse transfer postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to message WT250.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal sections on Forecasting, Demand Management, and Warehouse Management for detailed explanations.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to post goods movement involving stock with forecast sales quantities.
  
  
  Effect
  System issues message WT250 indicating forecast sales are included in the transaction.
  
  
  Solution
  Review and adjust forecast sales data; use correct movement types; coordinate with planning.
  
  
  Related Areas
  Forecast sales, demand planning, warehouse management, inventory management.
  
  
  
  
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