How To Fix CN701 - MRP controller & does not exist in plant & (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 701

• Message text: MRP controller & does not exist in plant & (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN701 - MRP controller & does not exist in plant & (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CN701 indicates that the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) controller you are trying to use does not exist for the specified plant. This error typically arises when you are attempting to perform MRP-related activities, such as creating or modifying material master records, and the system cannot find a valid MRP controller for the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MRP Controller: The MRP controller has not been defined for the plant in question.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or does not match any existing plant in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that need to be resolved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the MRP controller settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check MRP Controller Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMC1 (or SPRO -> Logistics -> Production -> MRP -> MRP Controller -> Define MRP Controllers).
  Verify that the MRP controller is defined for the relevant plant. If it is not, you will need to create a new MRP controller or assign an existing one to the plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Code:
  
  Ensure that the plant code you are using is correct. You can check this in the transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant).
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data and ensure that the MRP controller is correctly assigned to the material for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify MRP controller settings. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMC1: Define MRP Controllers
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OX10: Define Plant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to MRP controllers and plants.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow access to MRP functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN701 error and ensure that the MRP controller is correctly set up for the specified plant.