How To Fix CR267 - Use groupings 51 - 99 for logistics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 267

• Message text: Use groupings 51 - 99 for logistics

What causes this issue?

With groupings, you can create and select shift sequences and shift
definitions for special areas (for example, various plants or various
areas of a plant).
Groupings 51 through 99 are available for Logistics. Groupings 1
through 50 are available for employee management.

System Response

If you enter a grouping when maintaining available capacity, you can
use the shift sequences and shift definitions maintained for this
grouping in Customizing.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR267 - Use groupings 51 - 99 for logistics ?

  The SAP error message CR267, which states "Use groupings 51 - 99 for logistics," typically occurs in the context of configuring or using the SAP system for logistics-related processes. This error is related to the use of characteristic groupings in the classification system of SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to use characteristic groupings that are not permitted for logistics purposes. In SAP, characteristic groupings are used to categorize characteristics for classification purposes, and groupings 1-50 are generally reserved for non-logistics purposes. Groupings 51-99 are designated for logistics-related characteristics.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are using the correct grouping for your logistics-related characteristics. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Grouping: Review the characteristic you are trying to use and ensure that it is assigned to a grouping in the range of 51-99.
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Find the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Check the grouping assigned to it and change it to a valid logistics grouping (51-99).
  
  
  
  Create New Characteristics: If necessary, create new characteristics with the appropriate grouping for logistics.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines to understand the correct usage of characteristic groupings.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04 - Change Characteristic
  CT03 - Display Characteristic
  CL02 - Change Class
  CL03 - Display Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP classification and logistics processes to better understand the system's requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CR267 error and ensure that your logistics characteristics are correctly configured in SAP.