How To Fix /PLMI/PPE4166 - &1 header data unchecked and unusable for operational activities

/PLMI/PPE4166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE4 -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: &1 header data unchecked and unusable for operational activities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE4166 - &1 header data unchecked and unusable for operational activities ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE4166 indicates that the header data for a particular document or transaction is unchecked and therefore unusable for operational activities. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) module, particularly when dealing with production orders, process orders, or similar documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The header data for the document may not have been fully completed or validated. This can happen if required fields are missing or if there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Status Issues: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for operational activities. For example, it might be in a "draft" or "incomplete" status.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the document from being processed. This could relate to the specific settings for the production order type or other related parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the