How To Fix C7004 - No work center in the op./act. (working/operat.time via cal.in op./act.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No work center in the op./act. (working/operat.time via cal.in op./act.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7004 - No work center in the op./act. (working/operat.time via cal.in op./act.) ?

  The SAP error message C7004 indicates that there is no work center assigned to the operation or activity in the routing or production order. This error typically arises when trying to execute a production order or when performing operations that require a work center to be defined for the specific operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Work Center: The operation in the routing does not have a work center assigned.
  Incorrect Routing: The routing may not be correctly defined or may be missing necessary details.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the work center or routing not being properly maintained.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly to link operations to work centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and check the specific operation that is causing the error.
  Ensure that a valid work center is assigned to the operation.
  
  
  
  Assign Work Center:
  
  If the work center is missing, you can assign it by editing the routing and specifying the appropriate work center for the operation.
  
  
  
  Verify Work Center:
  
  Check the work center (transaction CR01 or CR02) to ensure it is active and properly configured.
  Ensure that the work center is valid for the plant and is not marked as inactive.
  
  
  
  Check Production Order:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of a production order, check the order details to ensure that the routing is correctly assigned to the order.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for work centers and routings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that both the routing and work center master data are maintained correctly in the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on maintaining routings and work centers.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to routings and work centers.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C7004 error and ensure that your operations can proceed without issues.