How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT017 - Relevant planning scopes not found for the EBOM changes in the snapshot

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Relevant planning scopes not found for the EBOM changes in the snapshot

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT017 - Relevant planning scopes not found for the EBOM changes in the snapshot ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT017 indicates that relevant planning scopes are not found for Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM) changes in the snapshot. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there are discrepancies or issues with the planning data related to the engineering changes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Planning Scope: The planning scope required for the specific EBOM changes may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Snapshot Issues: The snapshot being referenced may not have been created correctly or may not include the necessary data for the EBOM changes.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the EBOM and the planning data, leading to the inability to find relevant planning scopes.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the planning area or planning book may lead to this error.
  Versioning Problems: If the EBOM changes are not aligned with the versioning in the planning area, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Planning Scope: Ensure that the planning scope is correctly defined and activated for the relevant planning area. You can do this by navigating to the planning area settings in SAP.
  Review Snapshots: Verify that the snapshot has been created correctly and includes all necessary data. If needed, recreate the snapshot.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check between the EBOM and the planning data to ensure that all necessary components and structures are aligned.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the planning area and planning book to ensure they are set up correctly for the EBOM changes.
  Version Alignment: Ensure that the EBOM changes are aligned with the correct version in the planning area. If necessary, update the versioning to match the changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book and /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning area settings.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.