How To Fix FRMLSCN016 - No value assignment type exists for nutrient composition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLSCN - RMS-FRM: Data Retrieval for Contribution and Comp.from Spec.

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No value assignment type exists for nutrient composition

What causes this issue?

No value assignment type has been specified for the <ZK>nutrient
composition</> in Customizing for <ZK>Recipe Management</>. You use
this value assignment type to specify the nutrient composition of a
real substance.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Specify a value assignment type in Customizing for <ZK>Recipe
Management</> using the FRML_ESTCAT_NUTR_COMP environment parameter.
This value assignment type must be a copy of the <ZK>composition</>
value assignment type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLSCN016 - No value assignment type exists for nutrient composition ?

  The SAP error message FRMLSCN016 indicates that there is no value assignment type defined for the nutrient composition in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Recipe Management or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules, particularly when dealing with formulas or recipes that require specific nutrient data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The value assignment type for nutrient composition may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the Customizing (SPRO) are not completed.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material or recipe being processed may not have the required nutrient composition data set up correctly in the master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables that manage nutrient compositions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Product Lifecycle Management > Recipe Management > Define Value Assignment Types.
  Ensure that the value assignment type for nutrient composition is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master or recipe for the relevant nutrient composition data.
  Ensure that the nutrient composition is correctly assigned to the material or recipe in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Value Assignment:
  
  If the value assignment type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not linked correctly, update the relevant records to ensure they are properly associated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Recipe Management and Nutrient Composition for additional guidance on setup and configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like C223 (Create Recipe) or C201 (Change Recipe) to check the recipe details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Recipe Management or PLM.