C2320 - Production scheduling profile &1 is already being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Production scheduling profile &1 is already being used

What causes this issue?

The production scheduling profile &V1& is assigned to production
scheduler &V2& in plant &V3&.

System Response

The production scheduling profile cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Before deleting the profile, remove all assignments to production
schedulers.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2320 - Production scheduling profile &1 is already being used ?

  The SAP error message C2320, which states "Production scheduling profile &1 is already being used," typically occurs when you attempt to assign a production scheduling profile that is already in use by another production order or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify production orders, or when scheduling operations in the production planning module.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Already Assigned: The production scheduling profile you are trying to use is already assigned to another production order or process.
  Concurrent Usage: The system does not allow multiple production orders to use the same scheduling profile simultaneously.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that restrict the use of certain profiles under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) to check if the profile is already assigned to an existing production order.
  You can also use transaction C223 to view the production scheduling profiles and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Change Profile: 
  
  If the profile is indeed in use, consider using a different production scheduling profile that is not currently assigned to any active production orders.
  
  
  
  Release or Complete Orders: 
  
  If the production order using the profile can be completed or released, do so to free up the profile for use.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about changing profiles or if the profile is critical for certain operations, consult with your production planning or scheduling team.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  If this issue persists, review the configuration settings in the production planning module to ensure that there are no restrictions or settings that could be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on production scheduling profiles to understand their usage and limitations better.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.