How To Fix MPLAN120 - Maintenance strategy of maintenance item cannot be changed

MPLAN120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPLAN - Messages for Maintenance Plan API

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Maintenance strategy of maintenance item cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPLAN120 - Maintenance strategy of maintenance item cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message MPLAN120 indicates that the maintenance strategy of a maintenance item cannot be changed. This typically occurs when there are certain conditions or constraints that prevent modifications to the maintenance strategy associated with a maintenance item.
  Causes:
  
  Active Maintenance Plans: If there are active maintenance plans or schedules linked to the maintenance item, the system may restrict changes to the maintenance strategy.
  Dependencies: The maintenance item may have dependencies or relationships with other objects (like task lists, orders, etc.) that prevent changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the maintenance strategy.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict changes to maintenance strategies for specific maintenance items.
  Status of the Maintenance Item: If the maintenance item is in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., locked or completed), modifications will be restricted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Maintenance Plans: Review any active maintenance plans associated with the