How To Fix MPLAN218 - Maintenance activity type & is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPLAN - Messages for Maintenance Plan API

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Maintenance activity type & is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPLAN218 - Maintenance activity type & is not valid ?

  The SAP error message MPLAN218 indicates that the maintenance activity type specified is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and can arise due to various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Activity Type: The activity type entered may not exist in the system or may have been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified activity type.
  
  Configuration Issues: The activity type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant maintenance planning group.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the activity type code entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Activity Type:
  
  Check the activity type in the system to ensure it exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction code OIK2 to check the activity types