How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY006 - Secondary parameter effectivity is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Secondary parameter effectivity is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY006 - Secondary parameter effectivity is not valid ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY006 indicates that there is an issue with the secondary parameter effectivity in the context of configuration management or variant configuration. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid effectivity date or condition for the secondary parameter that you are trying to use in a configuration scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Effectivity Date: The effectivity date for the secondary parameter may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the secondary parameter may not be properly set up or may be missing.
  Incorrect Parameter Assignment: The secondary parameter may not be correctly assigned to the configuration model or may not be linked to the primary parameter.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the configuration or effectivity settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effectivity Dates: Verify that the effectivity dates for the secondary parameter are correctly defined and that they fall within the expected range.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the secondary parameter is properly configured in the configuration model. Check if it is assigned to the correct class or characteristic.
  Validate Parameter Assignment: Make sure that the secondary parameter is correctly linked to the primary parameter and that the relationships are properly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the configuration data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up effectivity for secondary parameters.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU02 (Change Configuration Profile) to review and modify configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on variant configuration and effectivity management in SAP to enhance understanding and prevent future issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY006 error message in SAP.