How To Fix CR217 - Work center & plant & is not in network & plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Work center & plant & is not in network & plant &

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR217 - Work center & plant & is not in network & plant & ?

  The SAP error message CR217 typically indicates that there is an issue with the work center and plant assignment in a network activity. This error occurs when the system cannot find the specified work center in the given plant for the network activity you are trying to process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Work Center Not Defined: The work center you are trying to use may not be defined in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The work center may exist, but it is not assigned to the plant you are referencing in the network.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the work center being inactive or not properly configured.
  Network Activity Configuration: The network activity may not be correctly set up to reference the work center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center) and verify that the work center exists in the specified plant.
  Ensure that the work center is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  In the work center details, check the plant assignment. Make sure that the work center is assigned to the correct plant.
  If necessary, create a new work center in the correct plant using CR01.
  
  
  
  Review Network Activity:
  
  Check the network activity configuration using transaction code CN21 (Create Network) or CN22 (Change Network).
  Ensure that the work center is correctly assigned to the activity in the network.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code C223 to check for any inconsistencies in the work center or network data.
  If inconsistencies are found, resolve them by correcting the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on work centers and network activities.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CN21: Create Network
  CN22: Change Network
  C223: Check Work Center Data
  
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (work centers, plants, etc.) is correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify work center and network data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CR217 error message in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.