How To Fix MPE_OAN301 - Number of input boxes exceeds component qty in work instruction of OA &1

MPE_OAN301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_OAN - Operation Activity Network Messages

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Number of input boxes exceeds component qty in work instruction of OA &1

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MPE_OAN301 - Details

• The SAP error message MPE_OAN301 indicates that the number of input boxes (or input fields) in a work instruction exceeds the quantity of components specified in the work instruction for the operation. This typically occurs in the context of production or assembly processes where the system expects a certain number of inputs based on the quantity of components being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Quantity: The number of input boxes generated for the operation does not match the expected quantity of components. This can happen if the work instruction is set up incorrectly or if there are discrepancies in the data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the work instructions or the production order that lead to an incorrect number of input boxes being displayed.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered data incorrectly, leading to a situation where the system expects more inputs than are actually required.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Work Instructions: Check