How To Fix MPE_PLAN_PV042 - Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_PV - Production Version

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV042 - Keydate is outside the validity range of the production version ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_PV042 indicates that the key date you are trying to use is outside the validity range of the production version for a specific material. This typically occurs when you are attempting to plan or execute production activities using a production version that is not valid for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Key Date: The key date you are using for planning or production is either before the start date or after the end date of the production version's validity period.
  Production Version Configuration: The production version may not be correctly configured or may have been changed or deleted.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not have the correct production version assigned or may not be updated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Go to the production version in the material master (transaction code MM02 or MM03).
  Check the validity dates of the production version. Ensure that the key date you are using falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Update Key Date:
  
  If the key date is outside the validity range, adjust the key date to a date that is within the validity range of the production version.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Production Version:
  
  If necessary, create a new production version with the correct validity dates or modify the existing one to extend its validity period.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Ensure that the material master is correctly set up with the appropriate production version assigned. You can check this in the material master data under the "MRP" or "Production" views.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to production versions and planning in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  Production Version: A production version defines how a material is produced, including the bill of materials (BOM) and routing to be used.
  Key Date: The key date is typically the date for which you are planning or executing production activities, such as a planned order or production order.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.