How To Fix /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU018 - Production version &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Production version &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU018 - Production version &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/AL_GSS_R2MR_SU018 Production version &1 is invalid typically indicates that the production version specified in the system is not valid for the material or the configuration you are trying to use. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), or when trying to create or modify production orders.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Production Version: The production version specified does not exist in the system for the given material.
  Inactive Production Version: The production version exists but is inactive or not valid for the specified plant or date range.
  Incorrect Material Configuration: The production version may not be assigned to the material in the configuration settings.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The production version may not be valid for the specific plant you are working with.
  Date Validity: The production version may not be valid for the date you are trying to use it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Production Version: Verify that the production version exists for the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the material master data (transaction code MM03) and checking the production version in the relevant views.
  
  
  Activate Production Version: If the production version exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the production version maintenance (transaction code C223 or C220).
  
  
  Assign Production Version: Ensure that the production version is correctly assigned to the material in the material master. You can do this by editing the material master data and checking the production version assignment.
  
  
  Check Plant Settings: Make sure that the production version is valid for the plant you are working with. You can check this in the production version details.
  
  
  Review Validity Dates: Check the validity dates of the production version to ensure that it is valid for the date you are trying to use it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the settings, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  C223: Change Production Version
  C220: Create Production Version
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to production versions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify production versions in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.