How To Fix PPEACT583 - Variable and fixed times are maintained at &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEACT - Messages for iPPE ACT Application (Activities)

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Variable and fixed times are maintained at &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT583 - Variable and fixed times are maintained at &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT583 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the planning data for a production order or a similar object. Specifically, it suggests that both variable and fixed times are maintained for the same operation or activity, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Both variable and fixed times are defined for the same operation in the routing or work center.
  The system expects either variable times or fixed times, but not both, for the same operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the configuration of the routing or work center associated with the operation in question. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check Routing:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03 for display).
  Identify the operation that is causing the error.
  Check the time data for that operation.
  Ensure that either variable times or fixed times are maintained, but not both.
  
  
  
  Check Work Center:
  
  Go to the work center transaction (e.g., CR03 for display).
  Review the time data settings for the work center.
  Again, ensure that you have either variable or fixed times set, but not both.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Settings:
  
  If both types of times are set, decide which one is appropriate for your planning needs.
  Remove the unnecessary time type (either variable or fixed) from the operation or work center.
  
  
  
  Re-save and Re-run:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  Re-run the planning or execution process that triggered the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CR03: Display Work Center
  C223: Change Routing
  CR02: Change Work Center
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message.
  Review SAP Help documentation for more details on routing and work center configurations.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly audit your routings and work centers to ensure that time settings are consistent and appropriate for your production processes.
  Train users on the importance of maintaining correct time settings to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPEACT583 error and ensure that your planning data is correctly configured.