How To Fix MPE_PLAN_MEC053 - Engineering effective date or manufacturing effective date not provided.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Engineering effective date or manufacturing effective date not provided.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC053 - Engineering effective date or manufacturing effective date not provided. ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_MEC053 indicates that either the engineering effective date or the manufacturing effective date has not been provided in the relevant transaction or process. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when the system requires these dates to proceed with planning or execution activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dates: The engineering effective date or manufacturing effective date fields are left blank in the material master, production order, or planning data.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the effective dates for the specific material or production process.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked entering the required dates during data entry or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 for change).
  Ensure that the engineering effective date and manufacturing effective date are filled in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Production Orders:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation of a production order, check the order details (transaction code CO02 for change).
  Ensure that the effective dates are specified in the order.
  
  
  
  Update Planning Data:
  
  If applicable, update the planning data for the material in the planning views to include the necessary effective dates.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to production planning and material management to ensure that the effective dates are required and properly set up.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on the importance of entering effective dates and how to do so correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling effective dates in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  MD01 - MRP Run
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that the required effective dates are provided and properly configured, you should be able to resolve the MPE_PLAN_MEC053 error and proceed with your planning or production activities.