/ISDFPS/PPEMPO117 - Material with material type MPO cannot be assigned as a model

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPEMPO -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Material with material type MPO cannot be assigned as a model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPO117 - Material with material type MPO cannot be assigned as a model ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPO117 indicates that a material with the material type "MPO" (which stands for "Model Product") cannot be assigned as a model in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where model products are used for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Restriction: The material type "MPO" is not configured to be used as a model in the system. This could be due to specific settings in the material master or the configuration of the material types in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may have restrictions or configurations that prevent certain material types from being assigned as models.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the material master record, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for material types in SAP (Transaction Code: OMT3E).
  Verify if the material type "MPO" is allowed to be used as a model. If not, you may need to adjust the configuration or create a new material type that can be used as a model.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the material in question (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the material is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change configurations, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Material Type:
  
  If the material type "MPO" cannot be changed to allow model assignment, consider using a different material type that is configured to be used as a model.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  OMT3E (Configure Material Types)
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for material types and model products for more detailed information on configurations and restrictions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.