How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT031 - Change record type &1 not compatible with engineering snapshot

MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Change record type &1 not compatible with engineering snapshot

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT031 - Change record type &1 not compatible with engineering snapshot ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT031 indicates that there is an issue with the compatibility of a change record type with an engineering snapshot in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of engineering change management, where changes to materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), or other engineering-related objects are being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incompatible Change Record Type: The change record type being used is not compatible with the engineering snapshot. This could be due to the type of changes being made or the specific configuration of the engineering change management process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define which change record types are allowed for specific engineering snapshots.
  Snapshot Status: The engineering snapshot may be in a status that does not allow for the type of changes being attempted.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform