How To Fix /SAPMP/PP_BD014 - Maximum production length value has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PP_BD -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Maximum production length value has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PP_BD014 - Maximum production length value has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PP_BD014 Maximum production length value has been deleted typically occurs in the context of production planning and control within the SAP system. This error indicates that the maximum production length value, which is a parameter used in production planning, has been deleted or is missing in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Configuration: The maximum production length value may have been deleted from the configuration settings in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like production resources/tools or work centers) may not have the required settings defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it might not have been included or was incorrectly transported.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the maximum production length settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system and verify if the maximum production length value is defined. This can typically be found in the production planning (PP) area.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant sections.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the production resources or work centers involved in the production process. Ensure that all necessary parameters, including the maximum production length, are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the production planning settings.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Value:
  
  If the maximum production length value was deleted, you may need to recreate it. Consult with your SAP PP consultant or system administrator to determine the appropriate value based on your production requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the maximum production length settings and their implications in your production planning processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in production planning are adequately trained on the configuration and management of production parameters in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.