How To Fix IW055 - Main work center & does not exist in plant & in the system (any more)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Main work center & does not exist in plant & in the system (any more)

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 checks whether the <GL:work_center>work
center</>-<GL:plant>plant</> combination exists in the system during
archiving.
In this case, it does not exist (any longer) in the system, and you
receive a system message to this effect.

How to fix this error?

Press <PF>ENTER</> to continue processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW055 - Main work center & does not exist in plant & in the system (any more) ?

  The SAP error message IW055 indicates that the main work center specified in a maintenance order or related transaction does not exist in the specified plant or is no longer available in the system. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of IW055 Error
  
  Work Center Deletion: The work center may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The work center may not be assigned to the specified plant in the configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues with the transfer of work center data.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of work centers or plants may have led to the work center being unavailable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the work center.
  
  Solutions to IW055 Error
  
  
  Check Work Center Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center) and check if the work center exists for the specified plant.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the work center is correctly assigned to the plant in question. You can check this in the work center configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Flags:
  
  If the work center has been marked for deletion, you may need to remove the deletion flag or create a new work center.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, verify that all necessary data was migrated correctly, including work centers.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the work center. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CR03: Display Work Center
  IW31: Create Maintenance Order
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  
  
  
  Work Center Configuration:
  
  Work centers are configured in the SAP system under the Logistics or Production Planning modules. They are essential for various processes, including maintenance and production.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on work center configuration and maintenance order processing.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW055 error and implement the appropriate solution.