How To Fix CR116 - Shift & not set up for grouping &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Shift & not set up for grouping &

What causes this issue?

You entered a shift sequence or shift definition which is not in the
active group or is not valid during the period you entered.
Shift sequences are combined into shift groupings in Customizing. The
groupings for the Logistics area are numbered from 51 to 99. You can
maintain the active grouping for your work center in the header data
for the capacity.
You can also assign new shift sequences or shift definitions to a shift
grouping in the capacity planning menu.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Select a shift sequence or a shift definition contained in the active
grouping or
change the grouping in the header data for the capacity or
assign a new shift sequence or a new shift definition to the active
grouping. To do this in the capacity planning menu, select the menu
options <LS>Available capacity -> Shift sequence</> or
contact your system administrator to set up new groupings in
Customizing.
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLPSOP4A>Set up shift grouping</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR116 - Shift & not set up for grouping & ?

  The SAP error message CR116, which states "Shift & not set up for grouping &," typically occurs in the context of production planning or scheduling when there is an issue with the configuration of shifts in the system. This error indicates that the specified shift has not been properly defined or linked to the grouping that is being referenced in the operation or production order.
  Cause:
  
  Shift Configuration: The shift in question has not been set up in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the shift definitions or incorrect settings.
  Grouping Configuration: The grouping that the shift is supposed to be associated with is not properly configured or does not exist.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to work centers, production resources, or other related entities that reference the shift.
  User Error: The user may have entered an incorrect shift or grouping in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shift Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OOVB (or OOVC) to check the shift definitions.
  Ensure that the shift is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Grouping Configuration:
  
  Verify that the grouping is set up correctly in the system. This can usually be done in the configuration settings for production planning.
  Use transaction code CR01 to check the configuration of the relevant work center or production resource.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the shift or grouping is missing, create or update the necessary master data entries.
  Ensure that all relevant work centers and production resources are linked to the correct shifts.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Double-check the input values in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the correct shift and grouping are being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on configuring shifts and groupings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), and OOVB (Shift Definition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP Production Planning (PP) to better understand the configuration and setup of shifts and groupings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CR116 error message in SAP.