How To Fix MPE_EXEC_CONF063 - Labor On not possible. Please close the open retroactive Labor On first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_CONF - Messages for Shop Floor Order Confirmation

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Labor On not possible. Please close the open retroactive Labor On first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_CONF063 - Labor On not possible. Please close the open retroactive Labor On first. ?

  The SAP error message "MPE_EXEC_CONF063 Labor On not possible. Please close the open retroactive Labor On first." typically occurs in the context of labor management or time management modules within SAP, particularly when dealing with labor time entries or adjustments.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is an open retroactive labor entry that needs to be closed before you can proceed with the current labor on (or labor entry) action. Retroactive labor entries are adjustments made to previously recorded labor times, and SAP requires that these entries be finalized before new entries can be processed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Open Retroactive Labor Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes such as CAT2 (Time Sheet) or CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) to check for any open retroactive labor entries.
  You may also check the relevant reports or tables that track labor entries to find any that are still open.
  
  
  
  Close or Finalize Open Entries:
  
  If you find any open retroactive labor entries, you will need to either complete them or delete them if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals and validations are completed for these entries.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Labor On Action:
  
  Once all open retroactive labor entries are closed, you can attempt to perform the labor on action again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to close the entries or if the issue persists, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CAT2 - Time Sheet Entry
  CATS - Cross-Application Time Sheet
  CATS_DA - CATS Data Entry
  
  
  Tables:
  
  You may want to look into tables like CATSDB (CATS database) to find relevant entries.
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify labor entries in the system.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your labor management tasks in SAP.