How To Fix CP498 - No valid work center for operation &1 in reference operation set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 498

• Message text: No valid work center for operation &1 in reference operation set

What causes this issue?

You want to cumulate the standard values from operations of a reference
operation set in the work center operation set &v2&. However operation
&v1& does not have a valid work center.

System Response

The standard values are not cumulated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid work center for operation &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP498 - No valid work center for operation &1 in reference operation set ?

  The SAP error message CP498 "No valid work center for operation &1 in reference operation set" typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with routing and work centers in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid work center for a specific operation in a routing or reference operation set.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Work Center: The work center assigned to the operation does not exist or has been deleted.
  Inactive Work Center: The work center is inactive or not available for the specified period.
  Incorrect Assignment: The operation in the routing is not correctly assigned to a valid work center.
  Reference Operation Set Issues: The reference operation set may not have been properly defined or may not contain valid work centers.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The work center may not be assigned to the plant where the operation is being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the work center configuration in SAP (Transaction code CR01 or CR02) and verify that the work center exists and is active.
  Ensure that the work center is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Review Routing:
  
  Check the routing associated with the production order or process. Ensure that the operations are correctly assigned to valid work centers.
  Use transaction code CA03 to display the routing and verify the work center assignments.
  
  
  
  Validate Reference Operation Set:
  
  If you are using a reference operation set, ensure that it is correctly defined and that all operations within it have valid work centers assigned.
  Use transaction code CR03 to check the reference operation set.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the work center is valid for the period in which the production order is being processed. Check the validity dates in the work center configuration.
  
  
  
  Reassign Work Center:
  
  If necessary, reassign the operation to a different work center that is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and potential fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CR03: Display Work Center
  CA03: Display Routing
  C223: Maintain Reference Operation Set
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify work centers and routings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CP498 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.