How To Fix PMRP026 - Reference plan &1 does not have status 'In Creation'

PMRP026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMRP - Messages for pMRP

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Reference plan &1 does not have status 'In Creation'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMRP026 - Reference plan &1 does not have status 'In Creation' ?

  The SAP error message PMRP026 indicates that a reference plan (in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance or Production Planning) does not have the status "In Creation." This typically means that the reference plan you are trying to use is not in a state that allows it to be referenced or utilized for planning or scheduling purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The reference plan may have been saved in a status other than "In Creation," such as "Released," "Completed," or "Inactive."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the reference plan.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data related to the reference plan.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status: 
  
  Navigate to the reference plan in question and check its status. Ensure that it is set to "In Creation." If it is not, you may need to change its status or create a new reference plan.
  
  
  
  Modify the Reference