How To Fix CY261 - Either enter a material or a routing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Either enter a material or a routing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY261 - Either enter a material or a routing ?

  The SAP error message CY261 ("Either enter a material or a routing") typically occurs in the context of production planning or process order management when the system expects either a material number or a routing to be specified, but neither has been provided. This error can arise in various transactions, such as creating or processing production orders, process orders, or when working with production planning (PP) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The user did not enter a material number in the relevant field.
  Missing Routing: The user did not enter a routing number, which is necessary for the system to understand the production process.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require specific inputs that were not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require both a material and routing to be specified for certain operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Material Number: Ensure that you enter a valid material number in the appropriate field. This is usually a required field for production-related transactions.
  Enter a Routing: If the process requires a routing, make sure to enter a valid routing number that corresponds to the material being processed.
  Check Transaction Requirements: Review the specific transaction you are using to ensure you are providing all necessary inputs.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if there are any mandatory fields that need to be filled out for the transaction you are attempting.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction to understand the required fields and their significance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to production, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or COR1 (Create Process Order).
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up and that the material is active and available for use.
  Routing Master: Check that the routing is correctly defined and assigned to the material in question.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the production planning module.