How To Fix VMP_MSG280 - Maintain Customizing for Engineering to Order process;see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Maintain Customizing for Engineering to Order process;see long text

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain the following settings in Customizing for <LS>Define Search
Sequence for Viewable File </>under <LS>Cross-Application Components ->
Document Management -> Visual Enterprise Generator:</>
Linked SAP Object: <AB>VBAP</>
DIR Application Used for Viewing File: <AB>DIGITAL MOCKUP</>
Usage: <AB>VMP</>
Sequence Number: <AB>000</>
Document Type: <any document type, for example, <AB>CFG</>>
Application: <AB>RH, VDS</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG280 - Maintain Customizing for Engineering to Order process;see long text ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG280 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the Engineering to Order (ETO) process in the SAP system. This error suggests that certain customizing settings need to be maintained for the ETO process to function correctly.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the necessary customizing settings for the Engineering to Order process are not properly configured. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incomplete configuration in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect settings in the ETO-related transaction codes.
  Lack of necessary authorizations to access or modify the ETO settings.
  The system may not have been set up to handle specific ETO scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VMP_MSG280 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the customizing settings for the ETO process. This is typically found under:
  
  SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Logistics ? Engineering to Order ? Basic Settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the ETO process are maintained. This includes:
  
  Defining the ETO-specific order types.
  Configuring item categories and their respective settings.
  Setting up the necessary parameters for project management and production planning.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message usually comes with a long text that provides additional details about what specifically is missing or needs to be configured. Make sure to read this long text carefully for specific guidance.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the customizing settings. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the Engineering to Order process for more detailed instructions on the required settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the ETO process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You may need to use transaction codes such as OVC4 (for defining order types) or C223 (for configuring item categories) as part of the customizing process.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the ETO process or the VMP_MSG280 error.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VMP_MSG280 error in your SAP system.