How To Fix CY259 - You should either select work centers or people

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 259

• Message text: You should either select work centers or people

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY259 - You should either select work centers or people ?

  The SAP error message CY259 ("You should either select work centers or people") typically occurs in the context of production planning or capacity planning when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires either work centers or people to be selected, but neither has been specified.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Selection: You are trying to perform an operation (like creating a capacity plan, scheduling, or executing a production order) without selecting any work centers or personnel.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that requires either work centers or people to be specified for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Transaction Context: The specific transaction you are using may have certain prerequisites that are not being met, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CY259 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select Work Centers or People:
  
  Ensure that you have selected at least one work center or person in the relevant fields of the transaction you are executing.
  If you are in a planning transaction, make sure to specify the work centers that are relevant to the production process.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Parameters:
  
  Review the parameters of the transaction you are using to ensure that you are meeting all the necessary requirements.
  If you are using a report or a planning tool, check if there are filters or selection criteria that need to be filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check if there are any settings that enforce the selection of work centers or people.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the system is configured correctly for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to understand the requirements and any additional settings that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary selections or adjustments, try executing the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to production planning, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CM01 (Capacity Planning), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and select work centers or personnel.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.