How To Fix MPE_OAN031 - Skill level of certification &1 (OA &2) is not in predefined range (1-5)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Skill level of certification &1 (OA &2) is not in predefined range (1-5)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_OAN031 - Skill level of certification &1 (OA &2) is not in predefined range (1-5) ?

  The SAP error message MPE_OAN031 indicates that there is an issue with the skill level assigned to a certification in the system. Specifically, the error states that the skill level of the certification (identified by &1 for the skill and &2 for the certification) is not within the predefined range of 1 to 5.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Skill Level: The skill level assigned to the certification is outside the acceptable range (1-5). This could happen if the value was manually entered incorrectly or if there was a data migration issue.
  Configuration Issue: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the skill levels, or the skill levels may not have been defined correctly in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the certification, an incorrect value may have been inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Skill Level: Verify the skill level assigned to the certification. Ensure that it is set to a value between 1 and 5. If it is outside this range, update it to a valid value.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for skill levels in the SAP system. Ensure that the skill levels are defined correctly and that the system recognizes the range of values.
  Data Correction: If the error occurred due to a data migration or import process, review the data for any inconsistencies and correct them as necessary.
  User Input Validation: Implement validation checks in the user interface to prevent users from entering invalid skill levels in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for more details on managing certifications and skill levels.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like PPOME, PPOCE, or others depending on your SAP version) to access and modify the relevant data.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the skill levels for certifications are correctly defined within the acceptable range.