How To Fix PPE_MESSAGE028 - Reference date routine &1 is not in the reserved number interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_MESSAGE - Messages for PPE

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Reference date routine &1 is not in the reserved number interval

What causes this issue?

A pricing and payment event can be used as a trigger date for the
commodity pricing engine (CPE) by assigning a CPE reference date
routine.
When selecting a reference date routine using the F4 input help, only
CPE reference date routine numbers from a reserved number interval for
use by pricing and payment events (PPE) will be shown.
The following CPE reference date routine numbers have been reserved for
use by pricing and payment events:
CPE reference date routine number interval
0000100 - 0000199: Number interval for SAP
0020000 - 0029999: Number interval for partner solutions
0030000 - 0099999: Number interval for customers.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You have entered a reference date routine which is not within the
intervals listed above.
Correct your input.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE028 - Reference date routine &1 is not in the reserved number interval ?

  The SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE028 indicates that the reference date routine specified in your configuration is not within the reserved number interval. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module, where reference date routines are used to determine how dates are calculated for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Routine Number: The reference date routine number you are trying to use is either not defined or is outside the range of valid routine numbers.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the reference date routines in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom routines or modifications, they may not be properly registered or may have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Routine Number: Verify the reference date routine number you are using. Ensure it is a valid number and falls within the reserved range defined by SAP.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings for the reference date routines in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? SAP Customizing Implementation Guide ? Advanced Planning and Optimization ? Global Settings ? Define Reference Date Routines.
  Check if the routine you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  Use Standard Routines: If you are using a custom routine, consider switching to a standard routine provided by SAP to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the valid ranges and configurations for reference date routines.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or additional guidance for specific issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting production processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PDS (Product Data Structure) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) that may help in analyzing the planning data.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on reference date routines and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.