How To Fix 40257 - Master recipe required for order type &1 (transaction will abort)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Master recipe required for order type &1 (transaction will abort)

What causes this issue?

The recipe selection defined in Customizing for order type &V1&
specifies that a recipe must be used. However, there is no recipe for
the combination of material, plant, and production version &V2& for
explosion date &V3& and lot size &V4& that meets the selection criteria
defined in Customizing.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

You have the following four options:
Create a recipe that meets the selection criteria defined in
Customizing.
Check recipe selection and the selection ID in Customizing and change
it if required.
Create a new selection ID,if required, or change the parameters of the
selection ID used.
Check the recipe's validity (quantity, date).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40257 - Master recipe required for order type &1 (transaction will abort) ?

  The SAP error message 40257 indicates that a master recipe is required for the specified order type, and the transaction will abort if the master recipe is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when working with process orders in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Recipe: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a master recipe associated with the order type you are trying to process. Master recipes are essential for defining the production process, including the sequence of operations, resources, and materials required.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be configured to use a master recipe, or it may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the production planning module, particularly in the settings related to master recipes and order types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Assign a Master Recipe:
  
  Check if a master recipe exists for the order type in question. If it does not exist, you will need to create one using transaction code C201 (Create Master Recipe).
  If a master recipe exists but is not assigned to the order type, you can assign it through the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Production ? Basic Data ? Master Recipe ? Define Master Recipe Types and ensure that the order type is correctly configured to use master recipes.
  
  
  
  Review Production Version:
  
  Ensure that a valid production version is assigned to the material for which you are trying to create the order. The production version links the material to the master recipe.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up master recipes and order types.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create master recipes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C201: Create Master Recipe
  C202: Change Master Recipe
  C203: Display Master Recipe
  C220: Create Production Version
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to production planning and master recipes for a deeper understanding of the processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 40257 and successfully process your order.