How To Fix CR006 - No capacities exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No capacities exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR006 - No capacities exist ?

  The SAP error message CR006 ("No capacities exist") typically occurs in the context of capacity planning and production scheduling within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are no available capacities defined for the work center or production resource that you are trying to schedule or plan against. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Capacity Data: The work center or production resource does not have any capacity data defined in the system.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or settings for the work center may not be correctly configured.
  Inactive Work Center: The work center may be inactive or not set up properly in the system.
  Date Range Issues: The date range for which you are trying to schedule may not have any defined capacities.
  Capacity Category: The capacity category assigned to the work center may not be appropriate for the operation being planned.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the work center configuration (Transaction code: CR01 or CR02) and ensure that the capacity data is correctly defined.
  Verify that the work center is active and has the necessary capacity categories assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Capacity:
  
  If no capacities exist, you will need to define them. This can be done in the work center settings by specifying the available capacity (e.g., machine hours, labor hours).
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters for the work center to ensure they are set correctly. This includes checking the available capacity, shift patterns, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Date Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the date range you are trying to schedule falls within the periods where capacities are defined. If necessary, extend the capacity definition to cover the required dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to capacity planning and work center configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the scheduling or planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), and CR03 (Display Work Center).
  Capacity Planning: Understand the concepts of capacity planning in SAP, including how to manage and allocate resources effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to capacity planning and the CR006 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify work center settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CR006 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.