How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI042 - Production version already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Production version already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI042 - Production version already exists ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI042 indicates that a production version already exists for the material you are trying to create or modify. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when you attempt to assign a production version to a material that already has one defined.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a new production version for a material that already has an existing production version.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a misunderstanding in the data you are entering, leading to an attempt to create a version that is already present.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent the creation of multiple production versions for the same material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Production Versions:
  
  Navigate to the production version management screen (Transaction code: C202 or MM02).
  Enter the material number and check if a production version already exists.
  If it does, you can either modify the existing version or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Production Version:
  
  If you need to change details of the existing production version, you can do so by selecting the version and making the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Create a New Version:
  
  If you need to create a new production version with different parameters, ensure that you are using a different combination of parameters (like plant, lot size, etc.) that does not conflict with the existing version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to production versions to understand the requirements and constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C202 (to display/change production versions) and MM02 (to change material master data).
  Production Version: Understand the concept of production versions in SAP, which are used to define how a material is produced, including the bill of materials (BOM) and routing.
  Material Master: Review the material master data to ensure that all relevant information is correctly maintained.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage production versions effectively in SAP.