How To Fix C7042 - Relationship: No operating time maintained in work center for scheduling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Relationship: No operating time maintained in work center for scheduling

What causes this issue?

No operating time has been maintained for the work center in the rel.

System Response

Scheduling is carried out using an operating time of 0:00 to 24:00.

How to fix this error?

Maintain an operating time in the work center.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7042 - Relationship: No operating time maintained in work center for scheduling ?

  The SAP error message C7042, which states "Relationship: No operating time maintained in work center for scheduling," typically occurs when there is an attempt to schedule a production order or a task that requires operating times for a work center, but those times have not been defined in the work center settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Operating Times: The primary cause of this error is that the work center associated with the operation does not have any operating times defined. Operating times are essential for scheduling as they determine when the work center is available for production.
  Incorrect Work Center Assignment: The work center assigned to the operation may not be the correct one, or it may not be set up properly.
  Work Center Configuration: The work center may not be fully configured, or it may be inactive.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C7042 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR02 (Change Work Center) or CR03 (Display Work Center).
  Enter the work center ID and check the details.
  Ensure that the operating times are maintained in the "Basic Data" or "Scheduling" tab.
  
  
  
  Maintain Operating Times:
  
  If operating times are missing, you need to enter them. This includes defining the available capacity, shifts, and any other relevant scheduling information.
  Make sure to specify the correct time intervals for the work center.
  
  
  
  Verify Work Center Assignment:
  
  Check the routing or production order to ensure that the correct work center is assigned to the operation.
  If necessary, update the routing or production order to point to the correct work center.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Work Centers:
  
  Ensure that the work center is active. If it has been marked as inactive, it will not be considered for scheduling.
  
  
  
  Recheck Scheduling Parameters:
  
  After making the necessary changes, recheck the scheduling parameters in the production order or routing to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CR03: Display Work Center
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on work center configuration and scheduling.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to work centers and production orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C7042 error and successfully schedule your production orders.