How To Fix CO484 - Control key not allowed for routing type and order type specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 484

• Message text: Control key not allowed for routing type and order type specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO484 - Control key not allowed for routing type and order type specified ?

  The SAP error message CO484 indicates that there is a mismatch between the control key used in the routing and the order type specified in the production order. This error typically arises when the control key assigned to the routing does not correspond to the order type being used, which can lead to inconsistencies in production planning and execution.
  Cause:
  
  Control Key Mismatch: The control key defined in the routing is not compatible with the order type specified in the production order.
  Routing Type: The routing type may not be allowed for the specific order type due to configuration settings.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the configuration for production planning (PP) may not allow the combination of the specified control key and order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Key: Verify the control key assigned to the routing. Ensure that it is appropriate for the order type you are trying to use.
  
  Go to the routing in transaction CA03 and check the control key.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type: Check the order type in the production order. Ensure that it is compatible with the control key used in the routing.
  
  You can check the order type in transaction CO02 or CO01.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the control keys and order types.
  
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the following path:
  Production -> Basic Data -> Control Keys -> Define Control Keys
  
  Ensure that the control key is allowed for the specified order type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Routing or Order Type: If necessary, adjust either the routing or the order type to ensure compatibility. This may involve changing the control key in the routing or selecting a different order type that matches the control key.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct control key or order type, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP PP configuration documentation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Control Keys: Control keys in SAP define how operations are processed in production. They determine various aspects such as whether the operation is relevant for costing, whether it can be scheduled, and how it interacts with other processes.
  Order Types: Different order types in SAP (e.g., production orders, process orders) have specific characteristics and are used for different types of production processes.
  Routing: Routing defines the sequence of operations required to produce a product, including the work centers involved and the time required for each operation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO484 error and ensure that your production orders and routings are correctly configured.