How To Fix CP042 - No routing found for selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No routing found for selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP042 - No routing found for selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message CP042 ("No routing found for selection criteria") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when the system is unable to find a routing that matches the selection criteria specified for a production order or a planned order. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of CP042 Error
  
  
  Missing Routing: The most common cause is that there is no routing defined for the material or the production version you are trying to use.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing routing. This could be due to incorrect plant, material, or version specifications.
  
  
  Routing Not Active: The routing may exist but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  
  
  Plant-Specific Routing: The routing may be defined for a different plant than the one specified in the order.
  
  
  Version Control: If version control is used, the routing may not be available in the version you are trying to access.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master may not be correctly set up to link to the appropriate routing.
  
  
  Solutions to CP042 Error
  
  
  Check Routing: Verify that a routing exists for the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and checking if the routing is defined for the relevant material and plant.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using (such as plant, material, and production version) are correct and match the existing routing.
  
  
  Activate Routing: If the routing exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it or remove any deletion flags.
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment: Make sure that the routing is assigned to the correct plant. If necessary, create or copy the routing for the appropriate plant.
  
  
  Version Management: If you are using version management, ensure that the correct version of the routing is being referenced.
  
  
  Material Master Configuration: Review the material master settings to ensure that the routing is correctly linked to the material.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the routing setup, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA01: Create Routing
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to routing and production planning.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify routings.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to production planning and routing in SAP to better understand the configuration and processes involved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CP042 error and implement the appropriate solution.