How To Fix >A037 - Residence time not entered for type &1/category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Residence time not entered for type &1/category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A037 - Residence time not entered for type &1/category &2 ?

  The SAP error message A037: Residence time not entered for type &1/category &2 typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning, particularly when dealing with the configuration of materials or resources in the system. This error indicates that the residence time, which is a critical parameter for certain processes (like production or storage), has not been defined for a specific type and category of material or resource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The residence time for a specific material type or category has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, leading to the absence of residence time.
  Custom Settings: If there are custom settings or enhancements in the system, they may not have been properly configured to include residence time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Residence Time:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the customizing transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where you can define residence times for materials or resources.
  Enter the required residence time for the specific type and category indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to display and edit the material master data.
  Ensure that all relevant fields, including residence time, are filled out correctly for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are using specific modules (like PP, MM, etc.), ensure that all necessary configurations related to residence time are correctly set up.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you are unsure where to find these settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide)
  
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Help Portal or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on configuring residence times.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing residence time configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your processes in SAP.