How To Fix PPH_MASTER_RECIPE003 - Please specify key date

PPH_MASTER_RECIPE003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_MASTER_RECIPE - Master Recipe API

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Please specify key date

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PPH_MASTER_RECIPE003 - Details

• The SAP error message PPH_MASTER_RECIPE003 with the description "Please specify key date" typically occurs in the context of working with master recipes in the SAP Production Planning (PP) module, particularly when dealing with process industries.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to access or manipulate a master recipe without specifying a key date. The key date is essential because it determines the validity period of the master recipe and ensures that the correct version of the recipe is being used for production planning and execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify a key date when prompted. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Context: Determine where you are encountering the error (e.g., in a transaction for creating or changing a master recipe).
  
  
  Specify the Key Date:
  
  If you are in a transaction screen, look for a field labeled "Key Date" or similar.
  Enter a valid date that falls within the