How To Fix CM004 - There is no allocation of material to a task list.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM - Task list messages: Material component allocations

• Message number: 004

• Message text: There is no allocation of material to a task list.

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to allocate material components to an operation.
However, there is no material to be produced and thus no bill of
material allocated to the routing. For this reason, you cannot allocate
material components to the operation.

How to fix this error?

To allocate material components to an operation, first allocate the
desired material to the routing in the overview.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

To do this, select the menu options -> Goto -> Header overview and then
-> Routing -> Material allocation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM004 - There is no allocation of material to a task list. ?

  The SAP error message CM004 ("There is no allocation of material to a task list") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when working with task lists (such as routing or production orders) that require specific materials for execution. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Allocation: The task list (routing) does not have any materials assigned to it. This can happen if the task list was created without specifying the necessary materials.
  Incorrect Task List: The task list being referenced may not be the correct one for the material or production order you are trying to process.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly set up, leading to a lack of linkage between the material and the task list.
  Task List Status: The task list may be in a status that does not allow for