How To Fix MPE_EXEC_COMMON057 - Material &1 is not on hold due to defect &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_COMMON - MPE Exec Common Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Material &1 is not on hold due to defect &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON057 - Material &1 is not on hold due to defect &2 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_COMMON057 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) is not on hold due to a defect (denoted by &2). This message typically arises in the context of quality management or material management processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with defects and holds on materials.
  Cause:
  
  Material Status: The material in question may not have been properly set to a "hold" status due to a defect. This could be due to a lack of proper quality inspection or a failure to record the defect in the system.
  Defect Management: The defect associated with the material may not have been correctly linked or recorded in the system, leading to the material not being placed on hold.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the quality management module that prevent the system from recognizing the defect and placing the material on hold.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to place the material on hold or to manage defects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the system. Ensure that it is correctly set to be on hold if it has a defect.
  Review Defect Records: Check the defect records associated with the material. Ensure that the defect is properly documented and linked to the material.
  Quality Inspection: Conduct a quality inspection if it has not been done. If defects are found, ensure they are recorded in the system.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the quality management settings are correctly configured to handle defects and material holds.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to place the material on hold has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as QA32 (for quality inspection) or QM01 (for defect recording) that may help in managing defects and holds.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on quality management and defect handling to understand the processes and configurations involved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.