How To Fix C2388 - No routing found for production version &1 of material &2 in plant &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 388

• Message text: No routing found for production version &1 of material &2 in plant &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2388 - No routing found for production version &1 of material &2 in plant &3. ?

  The SAP error message C2388 indicates that there is no routing found for the specified production version of a material in a particular plant. This error typically arises during production planning or when trying to create a production order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing: The most common cause is that the routing for the specified production version of the material does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Production Version: The production version specified may not be valid or may not be assigned to the material in the plant.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The routing may exist, but it might not be assigned to the specific plant you are working with.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or the routing master data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Routing:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and check if the routing for the specified material and production version exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new routing or copy an existing one.
  
  
  
  Verify Production Version:
  
  Check the production version assigned to the material in the material master (transaction MM03).
  Ensure that the production version is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate routing.
  
  
  
  Assign Routing to Plant:
  
  If the routing exists but is not assigned to the specific plant, you may need to assign it. This can be done in the routing transaction by specifying the plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured for the production version and routing.
  Check the MRP views in the material master to ensure that the production version is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult with a SAP Consultant:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with a SAP consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  MM03: Display Material Master
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that both the material master and routing master data are properly maintained and consistent.
  Production Planning: Familiarize yourself with the production planning processes in SAP, as understanding the flow can help in troubleshooting issues like this.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the C2388 error message in SAP.