How To Fix 06712 - Plant & does not exist (processing not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Plant & does not exist (processing not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06712 - Plant & does not exist (processing not possible) ?

  The SAP error message "06712 Plant & does not exist (processing not possible)" typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified plant in the database. This error can occur in various transactions or processes where a plant is required, such as during material master creation, inventory management, or production planning.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Plant Not Created: The plant may not have been created in the system yet.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system related to plants.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Check the plant code entered in the transaction to ensure it is correct.
  Create Plant: If the plant does not exist, you may need to create it using the transaction code OX10 (for creating a plant).
  Check Plant Status: Ensure that the plant is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the plant master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the plant settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: Create Plant
  OX18: Change Plant
  OX19: Display Plant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to plant configuration or error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for plant management and master data management for further insights.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.