Message type: E = Error
Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders
Message number: 259
Message text: Select a master recipe for order type &
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40259
- Select a master recipe for order type & ?The SAP error message 40259, which states "Select a master recipe for order type &," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution within the SAP system, particularly when working with process orders or production orders. This error indicates that the system requires a master recipe to be assigned to the order type you are trying to create or process.
Cause: Missing Master Recipe: The most common cause of this error is that there is no master recipe defined for the specific order type you are trying to use. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the order type may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to link a master recipe. Order Type Not Supported: The order type you are using may not be supported for the specific production process you are trying to execute.
Solution: Define a Master Recipe: Go to the transaction code C201 (Create Master Recipe) or C202 (Change Master
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