How To Fix CN692 - Enter material and plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 692

• Message text: Enter material and plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN692 - Enter material and plant ?

  The SAP error message CN692 ("Enter material and plant") typically occurs in the context of project management or when working with cost planning in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify both a material and a plant for a particular operation or transaction, but these fields have not been filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not entered the required fields (material and plant) in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require these fields to be mandatory, and they are not being populated correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Fields: Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that both the material number and the plant code are entered correctly. 
  
  Material: This should be a valid material number that exists in the system.
  Plant: This should be a valid plant code that is recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the fields are set up correctly. This may require assistance from an SAP administrator or consultant.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and enter data for the material and plant in question.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields or how to enter them, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Seek Help from IT Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to contact your IT support team or SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to project management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ40 (Project Planning).
  Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to enter is set up correctly in the Material Master (transaction code MM01/MM02).
  Plant Maintenance: Verify that the plant is active and properly configured in the system (transaction code OX10 for plant settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN692 error and proceed with your SAP tasks.