How To Fix C5641 - Scheduling without component quantities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Scheduling without component quantities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5641 - Scheduling without component quantities ?

  The SAP error message C5641, "Scheduling without component quantities," typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling when the system attempts to schedule a production order or a process order that does not have any component quantities defined. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Component Quantities: The most common cause is that the bill of materials (BOM) for the production order does not have any component quantities specified. This can happen if the BOM is incomplete or not properly maintained.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be configured correctly to handle components.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not valid for the specific production order.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data or the routing that affect the scheduling process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the BOM: 
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check if the BOM for the material in question has the necessary components and their respective quantities defined.
  If the BOM is missing components, you may need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Review the Production Order:
  
  Check the production order (CO02) to ensure that it is correctly referencing the BOM and that the components are correctly assigned.
  If the order was created without a valid BOM, you may need to recreate the order or adjust the BOM assignment.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and that the relevant views (like MRP and Work Scheduling) are properly maintained.
  Check the routing associated with the production order to ensure it is valid and correctly linked to the BOM.
  
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the order type in the customizing settings (SPRO) to ensure it is set up to handle component quantities.
  
  
  
  Re-schedule the Order:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to re-schedule the production order to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS03 (Display BOM)
  CO02 (Change Production Order)
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  C223 (Display Routing)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on production planning and scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the C5641 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.