How To Fix CP156 - No task list exists for material & and sales document &/&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 156

• Message text: No task list exists for material & and sales document &/&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP156 - No task list exists for material & and sales document &/& ?

  The SAP error message CP156 indicates that there is no task list available for the specified material and sales document. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when trying to create or process a production order or sales order that requires a task list for the associated material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Task List: The primary cause of this error is that there is no task list (such as a routing or production version) defined for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material or Sales Document: The material number or sales document number may be incorrect or not properly linked to a task list.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the task list from being recognized or retrieved.
  Task List Not Created: The task list may not have been created for the specific material or it may not be assigned to the relevant sales document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Task List: Verify if a task list (routing or production version) exists for the material. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CA03 for routing) and checking if the task list is defined.
  Create Task List: If no task list exists, you will need to create one. Use transaction CA01 to create a routing or transaction C202 to create a production version.
  Assign Task List: Ensure that the task list is properly assigned to the material and that it is valid for the sales document type you are working with.
  Check Material Master: Review the material master data to ensure that all necessary views (such as MRP and Work Scheduling) are properly maintained.
  Review Sales Document: Check the sales document to ensure it is correctly configured and that it references the correct material.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your internal SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CA01: Create Routing
  C202: Create Production Version
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and create task lists in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CP156 error and ensure that the necessary task lists are in place for your materials and sales documents.