Change MD04 Exception for incomplete Variant Configuration

Hi PP Gurus.
I have a problem!
This is my scenario: when I create a sales order with a configurable material with a incomplete configuration I need, if possible, to block the generation of the requirement list in MD04. If possible, can I change, with a user exit or BadI or... the Exception Code in MD04?
Thanks
Manuel Chiarelli

Hi.
I'm sorry...
The scenario is:
I've a Sales document with a configurable material. Thi material have some configurable components with different production time.
If I change the schedule type and I don't set the "MRP relevant", when I launch the MRP on this material, the system doesn't explode the requirement for the components.
I need, if possible, to force the exception when I execute the planning so I can produce the components.
Can I do this?
Thanks
Manuel

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