How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO016 - Maintenance of change master with parameter effectivity is not supported


/PLMI/ECN_BO016 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

  • Message number: 016

  • Message text: Maintenance of change master with parameter effectivity is not supported

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO016 - Maintenance of change master with parameter effectivity is not supported ?
    The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO016 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a change master record when the parameter for effectivity is not supported. This typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP, where changes to materials, documents, or other objects are managed.
    
    Cause: Effectivity Parameter Not Supported: The error usually arises when the system is trying to maintain a change master record that has an effectivity parameter set, but the current configuration or the specific change master type does not support this feature.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow for effectivity parameters to be used with the change master. Versioning Issues: The change master may be linked to a versioning system that does not support the effectivity parameter.
    Solution: Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the change master in the SAP system. Ensure that the change master type you are using

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