How To Fix FRMLAPI286 - No substance has been entered for the primary output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLAPI - RMS-FRM: API Messages for Formula

• Message number: 286

• Message text: No substance has been entered for the primary output

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system cannot expand the substance view.

How to fix this error?

Enter a substance.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI286 - No substance has been entered for the primary output ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI286 indicates that there is no substance entered for the primary output in a formula or recipe. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's formula management or recipe management modules, particularly when dealing with production processes that involve chemical substances or materials.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Substance Entry: The primary output of a formula or recipe has not been defined with a substance. This could happen if the formula was created or modified without specifying the necessary output materials.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the formula or recipe might be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the absence of a primary output substance.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the user failed to input the required substance for the primary output.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Formula/Recipe Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the formula or recipe in question.
  Ensure that the primary output is correctly defined and that a valid substance is assigned to it.
  If necessary, edit the formula or recipe to include the appropriate substance.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Substance:
  
  If the primary output substance is missing, add it by selecting the appropriate material from the material master.
  Ensure that the substance is correctly classified and meets any regulatory requirements if applicable.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry process to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If the error persists, consider re-entering the formula or recipe to ensure all necessary information is captured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing formulas and recipes.
  Check for any specific configuration settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C201 (Create Recipe) or C202 (Change Recipe) to manage formulas and recipes effectively.
  Material Master: Ensure that the materials used in the formula are correctly set up in the material master (transaction code MM01).
  Regulatory Compliance: If dealing with chemical substances, ensure compliance with any relevant regulations (e.g., REACH, OSHA) that may affect how substances are managed in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FRMLAPI286 error and ensure that your formulas and recipes are correctly configured in SAP.