How To Fix IW054 - Main work center does not exist (internal key : &)

IW054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Main work center does not exist (internal key : &)

What causes this issue?

A <GL:work_center>work center</> that was either proposed on the basis
of the technical object in the <GL:maintenance_order>PM order</> or
entered manually no longer exists in the system.

System Response

The system deletes the work center from the order.

How to fix this error?

Enter a new work center if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW054 - Main work center does not exist (internal key : &) ?

  The SAP error message IW054, which states "Main work center does not exist (internal key: &)," typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders when the system cannot find the specified main work center associated with the order. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Work Center: The main work center specified in the order does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or incorrect entry.
  Inactive Work Center: The work center may exist but is inactive or not valid for the period in which the order is being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the work center in the system, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, especially if the work center was recently deleted or changed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Work Center:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR01 (Create Work