How To Fix MPE_EXEC_COMMON027 - Operation &2 of order &3 has been put on hold (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_COMMON - MPE Exec Common Messages

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Operation &2 of order &3 has been put on hold (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON027 - Operation &2 of order &3 has been put on hold (&1) ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON027 indicates that a specific operation of an order has been put on hold. This can occur in various contexts, such as production orders, maintenance orders, or project orders. The message typically includes placeholders for the operation number (&2), the order number (&3), and a reason code or description (&1) that explains why the operation is on hold.
  Cause:
  The operation being put on hold can be due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Resource Availability: The required resources (e.g., materials, tools, or personnel) are not available.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical problems or errors in the system that prevent the operation from proceeding.
  Manual Hold: A user may have manually put the operation on hold for various reasons, such as waiting for approval or additional information.
  Dependencies: The operation may depend on the completion of a previous operation or task that has not yet been finished.
  Quality Issues: There may be quality checks or inspections that need to be completed before the operation can continue.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Reason Code: Look at the reason code or description provided in the error message (&1) to understand why the operation is on hold.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the order (&3) and the specific operation (&2) in the SAP system to gather more context.
  Resource Availability: Ensure that all necessary resources are available and that any dependencies are resolved.
  Remove Hold: If the hold was placed manually, you may need to follow the appropriate process to remove the hold. This could involve getting approvals or updating the order status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the error message.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a technical expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or modify the order and operation status, such as CO02 (Change Production Order) or IW32 (Change Maintenance Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the order or operation status in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the hold and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.