How To Fix PPESTATUS102 - Precondition type &1/&2 is not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTATUS - Messages: iPPE Status Management

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Precondition type &1/&2 is not known

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTATUS102 - Precondition type &1/&2 is not known ?

  The SAP error message PPESTATUS102 indicates that a precondition type specified in the system is not recognized or is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Execution (PPE) or when working with specific configurations in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Precondition Type: The precondition type specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the precondition type has not been performed, or the type has not been defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the precondition type being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the precondition type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPESTATUS102 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Precondition Type:
  
  Verify the precondition type you are using. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check if the precondition type exists in the system by navigating to the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Define Precondition Type:
  
  If the precondition type does not exist, you may need to define it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining precondition types and create a new entry if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Customization:
  
  Ensure that all necessary customization related to the precondition type has been completed. This may involve checking related settings in the Production Planning module.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the precondition type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. If there were issues, you may need to re-transport or manually create the precondition type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific precondition types relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and modifying configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PPESTATUS102 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PPESTATUS102 error and implement a solution to resolve it.