How To Fix C5820 - Process instruction & does not exist in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Process instruction & does not exist in plant &

What causes this issue?

The source you want to copy contains process instruction category &V1&.
However, this process instruction category does not exist in plant &V2&
of the new recipe.
Coyping is terminated.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to copy the source to plant &V2&, create process
instruction category &V1& in this plant first (see Customizing for
<LS>Process Management</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5820 - Process instruction & does not exist in plant & ?

  The SAP error message C5820 indicates that a process instruction does not exist in the specified plant. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or process management when the system is unable to find a specific process instruction that is required for a production order or process order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Process Instruction: The process instruction that is being referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system for the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The process instruction may exist, but it is not assigned to the plant you are working with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or the routing, which could lead to the system not being able to find the required process instruction.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the process instruction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Instruction: Verify if the process instruction exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., C201 for process instructions) and checking if the instruction is available for the specified plant.
  Verify Plant Assignment: Ensure that the process instruction is correctly assigned to the plant you are working with. If it is not, you may need to create or modify the process instruction to include the correct plant.
  Review Master Data: Check the material master and routing to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the process instruction. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on process instructions and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C201 (Process Instruction), C202 (Change Process Instruction), and C203 (Display Process Instruction).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.