How To Fix PP016 - Specify a plan version and object type

PP016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Specify a plan version and object type

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PP016 - Details

• The SAP error message PP016 ("Specify a plan version and object type") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control (PP) when the system requires specific planning parameters that have not been provided. This error is often encountered when trying to execute certain transactions or reports related to planning, such as creating or displaying planning data.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Plan Version: The user has not specified a plan version in the transaction or report.
  Missing Object Type: The user has not specified the object type (e.g., material, production order) that is required for the planning process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning settings that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary parameters.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering required fields in the transaction screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PP016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify Plan Version:
  
  Ensure that