How To Fix 40431 - Master recipe required - could not convert planned order!


40431 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

  • Message number: 431

  • Message text: Master recipe required - could not convert planned order!

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40431 - Master recipe required - could not convert planned order! ?
    The SAP error message 40431, "Master recipe required - could not convert planned order," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution. This error indicates that the system is unable to convert a planned order into a production order because a master recipe is not available for the material or the production process.
    
    Cause: Missing Master Recipe: The most common cause is that there is no master recipe defined for the material or the production process in question. Incorrect Material Type: The material may not be set up correctly for production, or it may not be assigned to the correct production type.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the production process or the routing that is supposed to be used. Plant-Specific Settings: The master recipe may not be available for the specific plant where the planned order is being processed.
    Solution: Create or Assign a Master Recipe: Go to the transaction code

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