How To Fix CK478 - No routing could be found with the specified selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 478

• Message text: No routing could be found with the specified selection criteria

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to find a routing of type &V4& with the number
&V2& and alternative &V3&. This routing either does not exist or is not
assigned to material &V1&.

System Response

No routing will be costed for material &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK478 - No routing could be found with the specified selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message CK478 ("No routing could be found with the specified selection criteria") typically occurs in the context of production planning and costing when the system is unable to find a routing for a material based on the selection criteria provided. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to create a production order, perform costing, or execute a material requirement planning (MRP) run.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Routing: The most common cause is that there is no routing defined for the material in question. This could be due to the routing not being created or not being assigned to the material.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for the routing may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  
  
  Plant or Status Issues: The routing may exist, but it might not be valid for the plant or the status of the material (e.g., the material might be marked as inactive).
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If the routing has multiple versions, the system may not be able to find the correct version based on the criteria provided.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing links between the material and the routing.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Routing: Verify that a routing exists for the material in the relevant plant. You can do this by navigating to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and checking if the routing is defined.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used to search for the routing are correct. This includes checking the material number, plant, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  Check Material Status: Make sure that the material is active and that the routing is valid for the current status of the material.
  
  
  Routing Assignment: If the routing does not exist, you may need to create a new routing or assign an existing routing to the material.
  
  
  Use Alternative Search Methods: If the standard search does not yield results, consider using alternative methods to find the routing, such as checking for alternative materials or routings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on routing and production order processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA03 (Display Routing), CA01 (Create Routing), and CA02 (Change Routing).
  Master Data: Understand the importance of maintaining accurate master data in SAP, including material master, routing, and BOM (Bill of Materials).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage routings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK478 error and implement a solution to resolve it.