How To Fix CO213 - Routing not found (function & cannot be carried out)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Routing not found (function & cannot be carried out)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO213 - Routing not found (function & cannot be carried out) ?

  The SAP error message CO213, which states "Routing not found (function & cannot be carried out)," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when the system cannot find a routing for a specific material or production order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing: The most common cause is that the routing for the material or production order has not been created or is not assigned correctly.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master may not be set up correctly, or the routing may not be linked to the material.
  Plant or Work Center Issues: The routing may not exist for the specific plant or work center being used in the production order.
  Status of Routing: The routing may be inactive or not valid for the current date.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the routing, the system may be looking for a version that does not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Routing: 
  
  Go to transaction code CA03 (Display Routing) and check if the routing exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the routing is assigned to the correct plant and work center.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Routing:
  
  If the routing does not exist, create it using transaction code CA01 (Create Routing).
  If it exists but is not linked correctly, update the material master or routing as necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  Ensure that the routing is assigned in the "Work Scheduling" view.
  
  
  
  Check Validity:
  
  Ensure that the routing is valid for the current date and has the correct status (active).
  
  
  
  Check for Versions:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the routing, ensure that the correct version is being referenced in the production order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for your specific SAP implementation, as there may be custom configurations affecting routing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA03: Display Routing
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to routing and production orders.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify routing and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO213 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.