How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV015 - Enter a short text for the production version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Enter a short text for the production version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV015 - Enter a short text for the production version ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV015, which states "Enter a short text for the production version," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a production version in the SAP system, but the required short text field is not filled in. This short text is essential for identifying the production version and is a mandatory field in the production version master data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a short text description for the production version you are trying to create or modify. The short text is a required field in the production version data, and without it, the system cannot proceed with the operation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Production Version Screen:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code where you are trying to create or modify the production version (e.g., transaction code C223 for creating production versions).
  
  
  
  Enter Required Data:
  
  Ensure that you fill in all mandatory fields, including the "Short Text" field. This field typically requires a brief description of the production version.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the short text and any other required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  If you are still encountering issues, double-check that all other mandatory fields are filled out correctly and that there are no additional validation rules in place that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Production Version: A production version in SAP is used to define how a product is manufactured. It includes details such as the bill of materials (BOM), routing, and other relevant information.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (Create Production Version), C224 (Change Production Version), and C225 (Display Production Version) for managing production versions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on production versions and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP support team or checking for any specific configurations or customizations in your SAP environment that may affect the production version creation process.