MB-330 Implement Master Planning Practice Question
You notice that Master Planning is not suggesting purchase orders for an item even though the stock is below the minimum. What is the most likely reason?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates frequently assume missing purchase orders are caused by incorrect safety stock levels, overlooking the fundamental configuration requirement of linking the item to a coverage group.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The item is not linked to a coverage group.
Master Planning requires a properly configured Coverage group for every item. If the item is not associated with a coverage group, or if the coverage group is missing critical parameters like the warehouse, the system will not perform the planning calculation. This is a common oversight during implementation that results in silent failures where items seem to be ignored by the engine, causing unexpected stockouts and disruptions in replenishment flow.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The item is not linked to a coverage group.
Why this is correct
The system requires an item to have a coverage group to define its planning logic. Without a coverage group assigned, the Master Planning engine does not know which parameters to use, such as time fences or coverage codes, and therefore skips the item during the net requirements calculation process.
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The item has a negative cost.
Why it's wrong here
Negative cost is a financial configuration issue that would affect valuation and accounting, but it does not prevent the Master Planning engine from processing the item. The engine calculates quantities based on demand and supply, regardless of the unit cost or financial status of the item in the master data.
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The item is set to 'Stopped' in the procurement tab.
Why it's wrong here
While setting an item to 'Stopped' prevents the creation of new purchase orders, this is a distinct operational status. The question focuses on the Master Planning engine's failure to *suggest* orders, which is usually a result of missing planning parameters rather than a transactional block on purchase order creation.
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The product is categorized as a service item.
Why it's wrong here
Service items can still be planned if they are configured with appropriate coverage parameters. The service item type primarily affects how the item is handled in inventory transactions and financial accounts, but it does not inherently exclude the item from being included in the master planning calculation process.
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