How To Fix PPEENG306 - &1 &2 is not valid as part key for &3

PPEENG306 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENG - iPPE Engine Messages

• Message number: 306

• Message text: &1 &2 is not valid as part key for &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENG306 - &1 &2 is not valid as part key for &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEENG306 typically indicates that there is an issue with the part key being used in a particular context, often related to production planning or engineering change management. The message format usually looks like this:
  PPEENG306 &1 &2 is not valid as part key for &3
  Where &1, &2, and &3 are placeholders for specific values related to the error, such as the part number, the plant, or the specific context in which the error occurred.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Invalid Part Key: The part key (which could be a material number or a component) you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specified context (e.g., plant, BOM, routing).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material not being properly defined or activated in the relevant plant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not