How To Fix PPESTRUCT029 - The parameter effectivity in the filter has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTRUCT - Messages for Structure Operations

• Message number: 029

• Message text: The parameter effectivity in the filter has not been maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTRUCT029 - The parameter effectivity in the filter has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message PPESTRUCT029 indicates that there is an issue with the effectivity parameters in the filter settings of a Product Structure or similar configuration in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system expects certain effectivity parameters to be defined, but they are missing or not maintained.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Effectivity Parameters: The effectivity parameters (such as validity dates, version numbers, or other criteria) have not been set up in the filter.
  Incorrect Filter Configuration: The filter used to retrieve or display the product structure does not have the necessary effectivity settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the product structure or configuration that prevent the system from processing the request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Filter Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction or application where the error occurred.
  Review the filter settings and ensure that all required effectivity parameters are properly maintained.
  If necessary, add or update the effectivity parameters to ensure they are valid.
  
  
  
  Maintain Effectivity Parameters:
  
  If you are working with a specific product or configuration, navigate to the relevant configuration or product structure and ensure that the effectivity parameters (like start and end dates, versioning, etc.) are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Data:
  
  Check the configuration data for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could lead to this error.
  Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining effectivity parameters in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like CS03 (Display Material BOM), CU50 (Configuration Profile), or others related to product structure management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit the product structure and effectivity parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PPESTRUCT029 error message in SAP.