How To Fix IV053 - Net time of conversion is under & minutes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IV - Elementary Steps of Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Net time of conversion is under & minutes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IV053 - Net time of conversion is under & minutes ?

  The SAP error message IV053, which states "Net time of conversion is under & minutes," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of production orders, particularly when dealing with the conversion of raw materials into finished goods. This error indicates that the system has determined that the net time required for the conversion process is less than the minimum threshold set in the system, which can lead to issues in production planning and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  
  Short Conversion Time: The primary cause of this error is that the calculated net time for the conversion of materials is less than the minimum time defined in the system settings. This can happen if:
  
  The production process is very quick.
  The routing or work center settings are not configured correctly.
  The time estimates for operations in the routing are too low.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The minimum conversion time is often defined in the configuration settings of the production planning module. If this threshold is set too high relative to the actual production process, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Routing and Work Center Settings:
  
  Check the routing for the production order to ensure that the operation times are realistic and accurately reflect the actual production process.
  Review the work center settings to ensure that the standard times for operations are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Minimum Conversion Time:
  
  If the production process genuinely requires less time than the configured minimum, consider adjusting the minimum conversion time in the configuration settings. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for production planning (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Check Production Order Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the parameters set in the production order are appropriate for the type of production being carried out. This includes checking the order type and any specific settings related to the production process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to adjust the settings related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to analyze the production orders that are generating this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic implemented through user exits or BAdIs may affect how conversion times are calculated. Review any custom code that may be impacting this process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IV053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.