How To Fix CP165 - You cannot refer to reference opertion sets

CP165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 165

• Message text: You cannot refer to reference opertion sets

What causes this issue?

You want to copy a routing into a reference operation set. The system
copies the standard sequence from the routing. This is not possible
if the routing to be copied also references other task lists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP165 - You cannot refer to reference opertion sets ?

  The SAP error message CP165, which states "You cannot refer to reference operation sets," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with routing and operation sets in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error CP165 usually arises when there is an attempt to reference a reference operation set in a way that is not allowed. Reference operation sets are used to define a standard set of operations that can be reused across different production processes. However, certain actions or configurations may not support referencing these sets directly, leading to this error.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The reference operation set may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Incompatible Settings: The operation set may be incompatible with the current production order or routing being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the reference operation set.
  System Limitations: Certain versions or configurations of