How To Fix FSH_ARUN_MSG016 - Customizing error; requirement sorting rule not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_ARUN_MSG - ARUN Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Customizing error; requirement sorting rule not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_ARUN_MSG016 - Customizing error; requirement sorting rule not found ?

  The SAP error message FSH_ARUN_MSG016 indicates a customizing error related to the requirement sorting rule in the SAP Fashion Management (FSH) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a specific sorting rule that is required for processing certain operations, such as allocation or planning.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The sorting rule may not have been defined in the system, or it may have been deleted or incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the requirement sorting rules may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to locate the required rule.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings for the requirement sorting rules in the SAP FSH module.
  Ensure that the required sorting rule is defined and active.
  You can access the customizing settings via transaction code SPRO and then follow the path: 
  SAP Fashion Management -> Basic Settings -> Requirement Sorting Rules
  
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Sorting Rules:
  
  If the sorting rule is missing, create a new sorting rule that meets the requirements of your business process.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure it aligns with your operational needs.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary customizing settings were included and successfully imported.
  If there were issues, you may need to re-transport the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the FSH module for any specific requirements or known issues regarding sorting rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring requirement sorting rules.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.