How To Fix 40213 - Master recipe & & is not defined in plant & (check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Master recipe & & is not defined in plant & (check your entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40213 - Master recipe & & is not defined in plant & (check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message 40213 indicates that a master recipe is not defined for a specific plant in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a master recipe, but the system cannot find the relevant master recipe for the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Recipe: The master recipe you are trying to use has not been created or is not assigned to the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The master recipe exists, but it is not assigned to the plant you are working with.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the master recipe name or plant code when you are entering the data.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the master recipe in the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Recipe Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code C201 (Create Master Recipe) or C202 (Change Master Recipe) and verify if the master recipe exists for the specified plant.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Assign Master Recipe to Plant:
  
  If the master recipe exists but is not assigned to the plant, you can assign it by editing the master recipe and specifying the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Data:
  
  Double-check the master recipe name and plant code you are entering to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the master recipe in the specified plant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to master recipes and production planning to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C201: Create Master Recipe
  C202: Change Master Recipe
  C203: Display Master Recipe
  
  
  Master Recipe: A master recipe is a template that defines the production process, including the sequence of operations, resources, and materials required.
  Plant: In SAP, a plant is an organizational unit that represents a location where goods and services are produced or stored.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.