How To Fix I4285 - Operational steps were created automatically

I4285 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Operational steps were created automatically

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4285 - Operational steps were created automatically ?

  The SAP error message I4285, which states "Operational steps were created automatically," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution processes. This message indicates that the system has automatically generated operational steps for a production order or process order based on predefined settings or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Step Creation: The system is configured to automatically create operational steps based on certain criteria, such as routing, production version, or other settings in the production planning module.
  Missing Manual Steps: If there are no manual operational steps defined for a production order, the system will generate them automatically to ensure that the production process can proceed.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the production planning module may be set to allow for automatic generation of operational steps under specific conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the production planning module to understand why the operational steps are being created automatically. This may involve reviewing the