How To Fix 40070 - Unable to generate list of control instructions/recipes for order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Unable to generate list of control instructions/recipes for order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40070 - Unable to generate list of control instructions/recipes for order &1 ?

  The SAP error message "40070 Unable to generate list of control instructions/recipes for order &1" typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders when the system is unable to generate the necessary control instructions or recipes for a specific order. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Control Instructions/Recipes: The control instructions or recipes required for the order may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be compatible with the control instructions or recipes that are set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the production planning or process order settings that prevent the generation of control instructions.
  Master Data Issues: Missing or incorrect master data (like material master, BOM, routing, etc.) can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the control instructions or recipes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Control Instructions/Recipes: Verify that the control instructions or recipes are correctly defined in the system for the material and order type in question.
  Review Order Type Configuration: Ensure that the order type being used is correctly configured to allow for the generation of control instructions.
  Validate Master Data: Check the relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing) to ensure that all necessary information is available and correctly set up.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and generate control instructions or recipes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs in the generation of control instructions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the order details.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on control instructions and recipes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.