How To Fix MPE_OAN035 - Quantity must be greater than 0 for component &1 (operation activity &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Quantity must be greater than 0 for component &1 (operation activity &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_OAN035 - Quantity must be greater than 0 for component &1 (operation activity &2) ?

  The SAP error message MPE_OAN035 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity specified for a component in a particular operation or activity. Specifically, it states that the quantity must be greater than zero for the specified component and operation activity.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or maintenance activities where components are assigned to operations. The most common causes include:
  
  Zero Quantity: The quantity of the component specified in the operation is set to zero or is not defined.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to an invalid quantity.
  Master Data Issues: The component or operation may not be properly defined in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce quantity checks, which are not being met.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPE_OAN035 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Component Quantity:
  
  Navigate to the operation/activity where the error occurred.
  Verify the quantity of the component assigned to that operation. Ensure that it is greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Update the Quantity:
  
  If the quantity is indeed zero, update it to a valid value greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the component and the operation to ensure that all necessary information is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the component is valid and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  If applicable, review the configuration settings related to the operation and component assignment to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and any specific requirements for the operation and component.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the operation again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order) or IW32 (Change Order) to access and modify the relevant operations and components.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the production order or maintenance order.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MPE_OAN035 error in SAP.