How To Fix C5638 - The production version is not valid for the key date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 638

• Message text: The production version is not valid for the key date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5638 - The production version is not valid for the key date ?

  The SAP error message C5638, "The production version is not valid for the key date," typically occurs when there is an issue with the production version assigned to a material in the system. This error indicates that the production version you are trying to use is not valid for the specified key date, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Key Date Issue: The key date you are using for the production order or planning run is outside the validity period of the production version.
  Production Version Not Maintained: The production version may not be maintained for the material in the relevant plant or for the specific key date.
  Changes in Production Versions: If the production version was recently changed or deleted, it may no longer be valid for the key date.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up, or the production version may not be assigned to the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Validity Period: Verify the validity period of the production version in the material master (transaction code MM02). Ensure that the key date falls within this period.
  Maintain Production Version: If the production version is not maintained for the required key date, you may need to create or adjust the production version in the material master.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Check if the production version is assigned to the correct plant and that all necessary details are filled in.
  Use a Different Key Date: If possible, try using a different key date that falls within the validity period of the production version.
  Check for Deletions or Changes: If the production version was recently deleted or modified, you may need to restore or recreate it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  C201: Create Production Order
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on production versions and material master data management.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom logic in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the production version assignment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C5638 error and ensure that the production version is valid for the key date you are working with.