M3572 - You have chosen consumption mode "No consumption"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 572

• Message text: You have chosen consumption mode "No consumption"

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a consumption mode that does not allow consumption,
but you have also entered one of the consumption periods.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3572 - You have chosen consumption mode "No consumption" ?

  The SAP error message M3572, which states "You have chosen consumption mode 'No consumption'," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and material requirements planning (MRP) when dealing with consumption-based planning. This error indicates that the system is set to a consumption mode that does not allow for the consumption of stock, which can lead to issues when trying to process certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Consumption Mode Setting: The material master record for the item in question is set to "No consumption." This means that the system is configured not to allow consumption of stock for this material.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise when trying to perform a transaction that requires stock consumption, such as a goods issue or a production order that expects to consume materials.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or in the MRP settings that are not aligned with the intended use of the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the affected material.
  Check the "MRP 2" view and look for the "Consumption Mode" field. If it is set to "No consumption," consider changing it to a mode that allows consumption (e.g., "Consumption" or "Forecast consumption").
  Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the material's consumption settings. If the material is not intended for consumption, you may need to adjust your process or choose a different material.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the material master settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to ensure that the changes align with your organization's inventory management policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master settings and consumption modes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MMBE (Stock Overview) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master or to perform the transactions in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3572 error and proceed with your inventory management tasks in SAP.