How To Fix CF231 - Status & : PRT is not valid for planning (check your entry).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Status & : PRT is not valid for planning (check your entry).

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate a production resource or tool to an operation. The
status of the production resource/tool, &V1&, doesn't allow the
allocation of a production resource or tool to the <GL:task_list>task
list</>.

How to fix this error?

Change the status of the production resource or tool in the master
record or
allocate a different PRT to the operation or activity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CF231 - Status & : PRT is not valid for planning (check your entry). ?

  The SAP error message CF231, which states "PRT is not valid for planning (check your entry)," typically occurs in the context of Production Resource Tools (PRTs) in SAP. This error indicates that the PRT you are trying to use in your planning process is not valid for the operation or the context in which you are trying to use it.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid PRT Assignment: The PRT may not be assigned to the specific work center or operation you are trying to plan.
  Inactive PRT: The PRT might be inactive or not available for the planning period you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The PRT may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to it being marked as invalid.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incomplete master data related to the PRT, such as the PRT type or its validity period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified PRT.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check PRT Assignment: Verify that the PRT is correctly assigned to the relevant work center or operation in the routing.
  Activate PRT: If the PRT is inactive, activate it in the system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the PRT is configured correctly in the system, including its type, validity, and any other relevant settings.
  Update Master Data: Make sure that all necessary master data related to the PRT is complete and accurate.
  Check Validity Period: Ensure that the PRT is valid for the planning period you are working with.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the PRT.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CR02 (Change PRT), CR03 (Display PRT), or C223 (Change PRT assignment) to check and modify PRT settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on PRTs and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to PRTs and planning.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.