How To Fix CS042 - With transaction "release", you must define "Checking rule" and "Mat.rel"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 042

• Message text: With transaction "release", you must define "Checking rule" and "Mat.rel"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS042 - With transaction "release", you must define "Checking rule" and "Mat.rel" ?

  The SAP error message CS042 indicates that when you are trying to release a certain transaction (usually related to production or material planning), the system requires you to define a "Checking rule" and "Material relationship" for the relevant material or BOM (Bill of Materials). This error typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or production planning processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The error arises because the system expects certain configuration settings to be in place for the material or BOM you are working with. Specifically, it is looking for:
  
  Checking Rule: This defines how the system should check the availability of materials during planning.
  Material Relationship: This defines how materials are related to each other, which can affect planning and production processes.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material master data for the item you are trying to release may not have been fully configured, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CS042 error, you need to perform the following steps:
  
  
  Define Checking Rule:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Production > MRP > Checking Rule).
  Create or modify a checking rule that suits your planning requirements. Make sure to assign it to the relevant material or BOM.
  
  
  
  Define Material Relationship:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD2 (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Production > MRP > Material Relationships).
  Create or modify the material relationships as needed. Ensure that the materials involved in the BOM or production order have the necessary relationships defined.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to update the material master data for the relevant materials.
  Ensure that the checking rule and material relationship fields are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  If applicable, check the BOM configuration using transaction code CS02 to ensure that all necessary data is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Test the Release Again: After making the necessary changes, try to release the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMD1: Define Checking Rule
  OMD2: Define Material Relationship
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CS02: Change BOM
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on MRP configuration and material master data management.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS042 error and successfully release your transaction. If the issue persists, consider consulting with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.