How To Fix MPD172 - No maintenance plan is available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 172

• Message text: No maintenance plan is available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD172 - No maintenance plan is available ?

  The SAP error message MPD172 ("No maintenance plan is available") typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and scheduling within the SAP system, particularly when working with maintenance plans in the Plant Maintenance (PM) module. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid maintenance plan for the specified criteria or object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Maintenance Plan: The most common cause is that there is no maintenance plan created for the equipment or functional location you are trying to work with.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for the maintenance plan may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  Inactive Maintenance Plan: The maintenance plan may exist but is inactive or not scheduled for the current period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the maintenance plans.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the maintenance plans.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create a Maintenance Plan: If no maintenance plan exists, you will need to create one. This can be done through the transaction code IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan).
  Check Existing Maintenance Plans: Use transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) or IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to check if a maintenance plan exists for the equipment or functional location in question.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to find the maintenance plan are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Activate Maintenance Plan: If the maintenance plan exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the maintenance plans. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all related master data is correctly maintained.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  IP10: Maintenance Plan Overview
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on maintenance planning and scheduling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to maintenance plans and this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.