How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY088 - '*' is not allowed for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 088

• Message text: '*' is not allowed for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY088 - '*' is not allowed for &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY088 typically indicates that there is an issue with the effectivity date or status of a configuration in the context of variant configuration or material management. The message suggests that a specific value (represented by *) is not allowed for the specified field (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Effectivity Date: The effectivity date or status you are trying to use is not valid for the configuration or material you are working with.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings may not allow the use of certain values or ranges for effectivity.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup, such as missing or incorrect effectivity records for the material or configuration.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the effectivity settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effectivity Dates: Verify the effectivity dates for the configuration or material. Ensure that the date you are trying to use is within the valid range.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the material master or variant configuration to ensure that the values you are trying to use are allowed.
  Update Master Data: If there are missing or incorrect effectivity records, update the master data accordingly. This may involve creating or modifying effectivity records in the system.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user's permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), CU50 (Configure Material), or similar to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.