How To Fix CA320 - New ref. oper. set "&" "&" valid only after key date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA - CIM messages: ABAP reporting

• Message number: 320

• Message text: New ref. oper. set "&" "&" valid only after key date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA320 - New ref. oper. set "&" "&" valid only after key date. ?

  The SAP error message CA320 indicates that a new reference operation set (ROS) is being created or modified, but it is only valid after a specified key date. This error typically arises in the context of production planning or maintenance planning when working with routing or operation sets in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or change a reference operation set that is not valid for the specified key date.
  The key date you are using is earlier than the validity period of the reference operation set.
  The reference operation set has not been defined for the key date you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CA320 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Key Date: Verify the key date you are using. Ensure that it is within the validity period of the reference operation set. If necessary, change the key date to a later date that falls within the valid range.
  
  
  Review Reference Operation Set: Go to the transaction code CA01 (Create Reference Operation Set) or CA02 (Change Reference Operation Set) and check the validity dates of the reference operation set you are trying to use. Make sure it is defined for the key date you are working with.
  
  
  Create/Modify Reference Operation Set: If the reference operation set does not exist for the required key date, you may need to create a new one or modify an existing one to include the necessary validity period.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the validity periods or how to manage reference operation sets, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to production planning and routing.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are working in a customized environment, check with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the reference operation sets are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CA01: Create Reference Operation Set
  CA02: Change Reference Operation Set
  CA03: Display Reference Operation Set
  
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: You can access the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing reference operation sets and understanding their validity periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CA320 error and successfully work with reference operation sets in SAP.