How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT019 - Change preparation not initiated

MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Change preparation not initiated

What causes this issue?

The snapshot was not prepared for the change cycle due to one of the
following reasons:
No relevant changes were found between this snapshot and the last
revision considered for change.
A relevant planning scope could not be determined for all the changed
EBOMs.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT019 - Change preparation not initiated ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT019: Change preparation not initiated typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and engineering applications, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios or snapshots. This error indicates that the system was unable to initiate the change preparation process for a planning scenario.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The planning scenario may not be properly configured, leading to the inability to initiate change preparation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the change preparation.
  System Lock: There may be a lock on the planning scenario or related objects, preventing changes from being made.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  Incorrect Data: The data being processed may not meet the required criteria for change preparation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the planning scenario is correctly configured. Ensure that all necessary settings and parameters are in place.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they