How To Fix CS064 - Also maintain the external processing indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Also maintain the external processing indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS064 - Also maintain the external processing indicator ?

  The SAP error message CS064, which states "Also maintain the external processing indicator," typically occurs in the context of material master data or production planning. This error indicates that the system requires you to set the external processing indicator for a particular material or operation in the routing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you are trying to create or modify a production order, routing, or material master, and the system detects that the external processing indicator has not been set. This indicator is necessary when you want to indicate that a certain operation or process will be carried out by an external vendor rather than in-house.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CS064 error, you need to maintain the external processing indicator in the relevant master data. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Work Scheduling).
  
  
  
  Maintain External Processing Indicator:
  
  Navigate to the relevant view where the external processing indicator can be set (usually in the Work Scheduling or Production view).
  Look for the field labeled "External Processing" or similar.
  Set the indicator to indicate that the operation will be processed externally.
  
  
  
  Access the Routing:
  
  If the error is related to routing, go to transaction code CA01 (Create Routing) or CA02 (Change Routing).
  Select the operation that requires external processing.
  In the operation details, find the field for the external processing indicator and set it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the material master or routing.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Process:
  
  After maintaining the external processing indicator, try to execute the process that triggered the error again (e.g., creating a production order).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  External Processing Indicator: This indicator is used to specify that certain operations in the production process will be outsourced to an external vendor. It is crucial for proper planning and execution of production orders.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01 / MM02: For material master maintenance.
  CA01 / CA02: For routing maintenance.
  CO01: For creating production orders.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master and routing management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS064 error and ensure that the external processing indicator is correctly maintained.