How To Fix CPE291 - Maturity selection routine required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Maturity selection routine required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE291 - Maturity selection routine required ?

  The SAP error message CPE291, which states "Maturity selection routine required," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with product costing or material valuation. This error indicates that the system requires a maturity selection routine to determine how to handle the maturity of the materials or products involved in the transaction.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Maturity Selection Routine: The system is unable to find a defined maturity selection routine for the specific material or product being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be properly set up to handle the maturity selection for the relevant materials.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master or related configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CPE291 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Maturity Selection Routine:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for product costing or material valuation.
  Define a maturity selection routine if one does not exist. This routine will specify how the system should handle the maturity of the materials.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data for the affected materials is complete and correctly configured.
  Check the settings related to valuation and costing to ensure they align with the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify that all necessary configuration settings related to product costing and maturity selection are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the relevant controlling areas and valuation areas are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up maturity selection routines and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to CPE291 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.