How To Fix MPE_OAN179 - Incomplete standard text key for work instruction &1, version &2

MPE_OAN179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Incomplete standard text key for work instruction &1, version &2

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MPE_OAN179 - Details

• The SAP error message MPE_OAN179 indicates that there is an issue with the standard text key for a work instruction in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a complete or valid standard text associated with the specified work instruction and version.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Text: The standard text key referenced in the work instruction may not exist in the system.
  Incomplete Text Key: The text key may be incomplete or incorrectly formatted, leading to the inability to retrieve the associated text.
  Version Issues: The specified version of the work instruction may not have an associated standard text.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing access to the standard text.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Standard Text: Verify that the standard text key exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SO10 for standard texts) and checking if the text key is present.
  Correct Text Key: If