How To Fix MPD060 - No start date and time for maint.plan object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 060

• Message text: No start date and time for maint.plan object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD060 - No start date and time for maint.plan object &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPD060 ("No start date and time for maint.plan object &1") typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that a maintenance plan object (such as a maintenance plan or task list) does not have a defined start date and time, which is necessary for scheduling and executing maintenance activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date/Time: The most common cause of this error is that the maintenance plan or the associated maintenance item does not have a start date and time defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the maintenance plan or the scheduling parameters.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the maintenance plan, the start date and time may have been inadvertently left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPD060 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the maintenance plan in question using transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan).
  Verify that the start date and time are correctly set in the "General Data" section of the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Set Start Date and Time:
  
  If the start date and time are missing, enter the appropriate values. Ensure that the date is in the future and that the time is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Maintenance Items:
  
  If the maintenance plan has multiple items, check each maintenance item to ensure that they also have valid start dates and times.
  
  
  
  Check Scheduling Parameters:
  
  Review the scheduling parameters for the maintenance plan to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes frequency, duration, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Test the Maintenance Plan:
  
  After saving, try to execute or schedule the maintenance plan again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  IP10: Schedule Maintenance Plans
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintenance planning and scheduling.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify maintenance plans.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to maintenance planning and scheduling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPD060 error and ensure that your maintenance plans are correctly configured for execution.