How To Fix CY871 - Sort key does not exist

CY871 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Sort key does not exist

What causes this issue?

Sort key does not exist.

System Response

Possible consequences:
Sorting of <DS:GLOS.chart>charts</> is not carried out.
The sort key cannot be evaluated for dispatching.

How to fix this error?

Use another sort key or define the sort key in Customizing for capacity
leveling under
<ls>Define sort key</>:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY871 - Sort key does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CY871: Sort key does not exist typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material valuation when the system is unable to find a specified sort key for a material or valuation area. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to create or change a material master record, or during inventory valuation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sort Key: The sort key that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or an incorrect entry.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to the absence of the required sort key.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that reference sort keys, they may be incorrectly configured or not aligned with the standard SAP settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the sort keys may not have been properly