How To Fix MPE_WI_EMB_MSGS018 - Selected component is not assigned to operation activity

MPE_WI_EMB_MSGS018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_WI_EMB_MSGS - Messages of embedded Work Instruction Fiori

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Selected component is not assigned to operation activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_WI_EMB_MSGS018 - Selected component is not assigned to operation activity ?

  The SAP error message MPE_WI_EMB_MSGS018 indicates that a selected component is not assigned to the operation activity in a production order or a similar context. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, where components (materials) need to be linked to specific operations in a routing or work order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The component you are trying to use is not assigned to the specific operation in the routing or production order.
  Incorrect Routing: The routing for the production order may not include the component you are trying to use.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or routing setup that prevent the component from being recognized as part of the operation.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data between the production order and the routing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing: Verify that the component is correctly assigned to the operation in the routing. You can do this by:
  
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