How To Fix /ACCGO/DGR266 - By-Product characteristic ID does not exist in schedule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/DGR -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: By-Product characteristic ID does not exist in schedule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/DGR266 - By-Product characteristic ID does not exist in schedule ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/DGR266 By-Product characteristic ID does not exist in schedule typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with by-products in the context of production orders or process orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified characteristic ID for a by-product in the production schedule.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic ID: The characteristic ID for the by-product has not been defined in the system or is not linked to the relevant production order or schedule.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for by-products in the production process may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the production order data that prevent the system from recognizing the by-product characteristic.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the by-product characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic ID: Verify that the characteristic ID for the by-product is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Update Production Order: If the characteristic ID is missing, you may need to update the production order or process order to include the correct by-product characteristic.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for by-products in the production process is correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the material master or the production version.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all relevant data is correctly linked and there are no discrepancies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the by-product characteristics.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as C223 (for configuring by-products) or CO02 (to change production orders) to resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to by-products and production order management for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.