How To Fix /PRA/CA_SPF058 - Enter the conversion energy for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CA_SPF -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Enter the conversion energy for material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF058 - Enter the conversion energy for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF058 Enter the conversion energy for material &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with conversion processes in production or planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system requires a value for the conversion energy associated with a specific material (denoted by &1). The conversion energy is a parameter that may be necessary for calculations related to production processes, such as energy consumption during the conversion of raw materials into finished goods.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter the conversion energy for the specified material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  Enter the material number that corresponds to the error message.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant View:
  
  Select the appropriate view that contains the conversion parameters. This is often found under the "Work Scheduling" or "Production" views, depending on your SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Enter Conversion Energy:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Conversion Energy" or similar. Enter the required value for the conversion energy for the material.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After updating the material master, re-run the process that triggered the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the material master data and that you are familiar with the relevant views.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for specific details on how conversion energy is defined and used in your production processes.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the correct value to enter for conversion energy, consult with a colleague or a subject matter expert in your organization who is familiar with production planning and material requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.