How To Fix CF072 - Production resource/tool category & in language & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Production resource/tool category & in language & does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CF072 - Production resource/tool category & in language & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CF072 indicates that there is an issue with the Production Resource/Tool (PRT) category in the system. Specifically, the message states that the PRT category you are trying to use does not exist in the specified language. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing PRT Category: The specified PRT category has not been defined in the system.
  Language Settings: The PRT category may exist, but it is not defined in the language you are currently using in your SAP session.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the PRT categories in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PRT Category Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code C223 (or C201 for PRT categories) to check if the PRT category exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify PRT Category:
  
  If the PRT category is missing, you can create it by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that you provide the necessary details, including the language settings.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Check your user profile settings to see which language is set as default.
  If the PRT category exists in another language, you may need to switch to that language or create a translation for the PRT category in your current language.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create PRT categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing PRT categories.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C223: Display PRT categories.
  C201: Create or change PRT categories.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to PRT categories.
  
  
  User Manual: Consult the SAP user manual or help documentation for more information on managing production resources and tools.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 resolve the CF072 error and ensure that the PRT categories are correctly defined and accessible in your SAP environment.