How To Fix MPE_RTGV_COMPARE005 - Select effectivity for B

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTGV_COMPARE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select effectivity for B

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTGV_COMPARE005 - Select effectivity for B ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTGV_COMPARE005 with the description "Select effectivity for B" typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when there is an issue related to the effectivity of a material or a production order. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify or select an effectivity date or condition for the item or material in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Effectivity Data: The material or production order does not have the necessary effectivity data defined. Effectivity data is crucial for determining which version of a material or product should be used based on the date or other conditions.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or production order may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to determine the appropriate effectivity.
  Versioning Issues: If the material has multiple versions or configurations, the system may require you to specify which version is applicable for the current operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Effectivity Data: Ensure that the effectivity data for the material or production order is properly defined in the system. This can usually be done in the material master or production order settings.
  
  Go to the material master record and check the "Basic Data" or "Sales" views to ensure that effectivity dates are set.
  If applicable, check the configuration settings for the material to ensure that the correct version is selected.
  
  
  
  Select Effectivity: When prompted by the error message, you may need to manually select the effectivity for the material or production order. This can often be done in the transaction where the error occurs by providing the necessary effectivity date or condition.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that they align with the requirements for effectivity. This may involve checking the configuration of the material type, production type, or other related settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to material management and effectivity settings.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Effectivity in SAP: Effectivity is often used in scenarios involving configurable materials, where different versions of a product may be produced based on customer requirements or production conditions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CO01 (Create Production Order) to manage materials and production orders effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling effectivity-related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPE_RTGV_COMPARE005 error and ensure that the necessary effectivity data is correctly set up in your SAP system.