How To Fix FITPCUSTOMIZING071 - You have to save this routing first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITPCUSTOMIZING - Message Class for Travel Planning (Customizing)

• Message number: 071

• Message text: You have to save this routing first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITPCUSTOMIZING071 - You have to save this routing first ?

  The SAP error message FITPCUSTOMIZING071, which states "You have to save this routing first," typically occurs in the context of production planning or routing management within the SAP system. This error indicates that you are trying to perform an action that requires the routing to be saved first, but the routing has not yet been saved in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: You have made changes to a routing but have not saved those changes. The system requires that the routing be saved before you can proceed with further actions, such as assigning it to a production order or using it in a different context.
  Session Management: If you are working in a session where the routing was created or modified, and you attempt to navigate away or perform another action without saving, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, if you do not have the necessary authorizations to save the routing, you may encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save the Routing: The most straightforward solution is to save the routing. You can do this by clicking the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) in the SAP GUI or using the keyboard shortcut (often Ctrl + S).
  Check for Errors: Before saving, ensure that there are no validation errors or issues that need to be resolved. The system may prevent saving if there are inconsistencies or missing information.
  Review Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization issues are preventing you from saving, check with your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to save routings.
  Reopen the Routing: If you are unsure whether the routing was saved, you can reopen it to verify its status. If it is still in an unsaved state, make the necessary changes and save it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Routing in SAP: Routings are used in production planning to define the sequence of operations required to produce a product. They include details such as work centers, operation times, and components.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to routing include:
  
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA03: Display Routing
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If you continue to experience issues, consider checking SAP Notes or the official SAP Help Portal for additional troubleshooting steps or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITPCUSTOMIZING071 error and successfully save your routing in the SAP system.