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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 deletion or not yet released).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the routing from being recognized as valid for the change number.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Routing Validity:
  
  Go to the routing in question using transaction code CA03 (Display Routing) and verify that it is valid and active.
  Ensure that the routing is released and not in a status that would prevent its use.
  
  
  
  Verify Change Number:
  
  Check the change number using transaction code CC03 (Display Change Number) to ensure it is correctly configured and linked to the routing.
  Make sure that the change number is active and that the routing is included in the change number's scope.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings related to change management and routing in the system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on how routings and change numbers interact.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CC03: Display Change Number
  C223: Change Routing
  C202: Change Number Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on routing and change management processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.