How To Fix MPD066 - No start date and start time for maintenance plan &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: No start date and start time for maintenance plan &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD066 - No start date and start time for maintenance plan &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPD066 ("No start date and start time for maintenance plan &1") typically occurs when a maintenance plan is created or modified without specifying a start date and start time. This is essential for the system to know when to begin executing the maintenance tasks associated with that plan.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date/Time: The maintenance plan was created without defining a start date and time.
  Incorrect Configuration: The maintenance plan might have been incorrectly configured, leading to the omission of these critical fields.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it might not have included the necessary start date and time.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPD066 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Maintenance Plan:
  
  Go to the transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) or IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check the Plan Details:
  
  Enter the maintenance plan number that is causing the error.
  Review the details of the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Set Start Date and Time:
  
  Navigate to the "Maintenance Plan" tab.
  Ensure that both the Start Date and Start Time fields are filled in. 
  If they are empty, enter the appropriate start date and time for the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the changes to the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Plan:
  
  After saving, you can recheck the maintenance plan to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maintenance Plans: These are used in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) to schedule and manage maintenance activities for equipment and functional locations.
  Scheduling: The start date and time are crucial for the scheduling of maintenance tasks, as they determine when the maintenance activities will be triggered.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), and IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) for managing maintenance plans effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintenance plans and scheduling.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly, you can avoid encountering the MPD066 error in the future.