How To Fix MPD077 - Maintenance plan is ready to be started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Maintenance plan is ready to be started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD077 - Maintenance plan is ready to be started ?

  The SAP error message MPD077 ("Maintenance plan is ready to be started") typically indicates that a maintenance plan has been created and is now in a state where it can be executed, but it has not yet been started. This message is often encountered in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when dealing with maintenance plans and scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Maintenance Plan Status: The maintenance plan is set up correctly, but it has not been executed or started yet.
  Scheduling Issues: The maintenance plan may be scheduled for a future date, and the system is indicating that it is ready to be executed when the time comes.
  Missing Execution: The user may not have initiated the execution of the maintenance plan, leading to this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Start the Maintenance Plan: If you are ready to execute the maintenance plan, you can do so by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., IP10 for scheduling or IP30 for executing maintenance plans) and starting the maintenance plan.
  Check Scheduling Parameters: Ensure that the scheduling parameters are set correctly. If the maintenance plan is scheduled for a future date, you may need to wait until that date or adjust the schedule.
  Review Maintenance Plan Details: Go to the maintenance plan details and verify that all necessary information is filled out correctly. This includes the maintenance items, task lists, and any other relevant data.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before starting the maintenance plan.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  IP10: Schedule Maintenance Plan
  IP30: Execute Maintenance Plan
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing maintenance plans.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to execute maintenance plans in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.