How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY026 - Enter the required effectivity parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Enter the required effectivity parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY026 - Enter the required effectivity parameters ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY026, which states "Enter the required effectivity parameters," typically occurs in the context of configuration management or variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires specific effectivity parameters to be entered before proceeding with a particular operation, such as creating or modifying a configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Effectivity Parameters: The most common cause of this error is that the required effectivity parameters (like validity dates, status, or other configuration-specific parameters) have not been provided in the transaction or screen you are working on.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for additional parameters.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary fields or may have entered them incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the screen or transaction where the error occurred and ensure that all required effectivity parameters are filled in. This may include