How To Fix VMP_MSG158 - Routing &1 with counter &2 is not valid for the change number &3

VMP_MSG158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Routing &1 with counter &2 is not valid for the change number &3

What causes this issue?

The loaded routing change number validity does not match the validity of
the Planning Scope Alternative change number.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG158 - Routing &1 with counter &2 is not valid for the change number &3 ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG158 indicates that there is an issue with the routing associated with a specific change number. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control, particularly when working with routings and change management in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Routing &1 with counter &2 is not valid for the change number &3" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Routing: The routing specified (with the given counter) is not valid for the specified change number. This could mean that the routing has not been released or is not active for the change number in question.
  
  
  Change Management Settings: The change number may not be correctly linked to the routing, or the routing may not be set up to be valid for that specific change number.
  
  
  Routing Status: The routing might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it could be marked for