How To Fix MPLAN116 - Scheduling type: & does not match maintenance strategy: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPLAN - Messages for Maintenance Plan API

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Scheduling type: & does not match maintenance strategy: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPLAN116 - Scheduling type: & does not match maintenance strategy: & ?

  The SAP error message MPLAN116 indicates that there is a mismatch between the scheduling type of a maintenance plan and the maintenance strategy assigned to it. This error typically arises when the configuration of the maintenance plan does not align with the expected settings defined in the maintenance strategy.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The scheduling type defined in the maintenance plan does not correspond to the maintenance strategy. For example, if the maintenance strategy is set to a certain type of scheduling (like time-based or performance-based), but the maintenance plan is set to a different type, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Assignment: The maintenance plan may have been incorrectly assigned to a maintenance strategy that does not support its scheduling type.
  Changes in Strategy: If the maintenance strategy was modified after the maintenance plan was created, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Settings:
  
  Go to the maintenance plan in question and review its scheduling type.
  Ensure that it matches the expected scheduling type defined in the maintenance strategy.
  
  
  
  Review Maintenance Strategy:
  
  Navigate to the maintenance strategy configuration and verify the scheduling types that are allowed.
  Make sure that the maintenance plan is assigned to a strategy that supports its scheduling type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you can either change the scheduling type of the maintenance plan or modify the maintenance strategy to ensure compatibility.
  If necessary, create a new maintenance plan that aligns with the correct maintenance strategy.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the maintenance plan to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), and IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to manage maintenance plans.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on maintenance strategies and scheduling types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPLAN116 error and ensure that your maintenance plans are correctly configured.