How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC019 - Enter change rec. ID. Record type &1 is configured for ext. number range.

MPE_PLAN_MEC019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_MEC - Message Class for Manufacturing Engineering Cockpit

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Enter change rec. ID. Record type &1 is configured for ext. number range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC019 - Enter change rec. ID. Record type &1 is configured for ext. number range. ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC019 indicates that a change record ID is required for a specific record type that is configured to use an external number range. This typically occurs in the context of planning or managing master data in SAP, particularly in modules related to materials management or production planning.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a record that requires a unique identifier (change record ID) but none has been provided.
  The record type you are working with is set up to use an external number range, which means that the system expects you to provide a specific ID rather than generating one automatically.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Provide a Change Record ID: When prompted, enter a valid change record ID that adheres to the external number range defined for the record type you are working with.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure about