How To Fix E9156 - Alternative BB cycle not possible without allocation of installation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Alternative BB cycle not possible without allocation of installation

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

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to enter a different budget billing cycle.
You cannot use this field until a portion is allocated to the contract.
To do this, either an installation and a meter reading unit, or a
different portion must exist for the contract.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry in the ABSZYK field or allocate an installation and a
meter reading unit, or a different portion to the contract.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9156 - Alternative BB cycle not possible without allocation of installation ?

  The SAP error message E9156, which states "Alternative BB cycle not possible without allocation of installation," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with alternative production processes or cycles in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Allocation: The system requires an allocation of a specific installation or resource to the alternative production cycle, but none has been defined.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the alternative production cycle may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like BOM, routing, or work center) may not be properly maintained or linked to the alternative cycle.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Installation Allocation:
  
  Ensure that the installation (or resource) is allocated to the alternative production cycle. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Go to the transaction code related to the production planning (like C223 for alternative BOMs or C201 for routing) and check if the installation is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the alternative production cycle. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Check if the alternative cycle is properly defined in the system and that it has the required dependencies and allocations.
  
  
  
  Master Data Maintenance:
  
  Review the master data related to the production process, such as the Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing. Ensure that they are correctly linked to the alternative cycle.
  Make sure that the work centers and production resources are correctly defined and available for the alternative cycle.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to set up alternative production cycles and the requirements for installation allocation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (for alternative BOMs), C201 (for routing), and CR01 (for creating work centers).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.