How To Fix KO326 - Repetitive manufacturing is not allowed for this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Repetitive manufacturing is not allowed for this material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO326 - Repetitive manufacturing is not allowed for this material ?

  The SAP error message KO326 indicates that repetitive manufacturing is not allowed for a specific material. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and execution within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with repetitive manufacturing processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material in question may not be set up for repetitive manufacturing in the material master record. This can happen if the material type or the specific settings for the material do not support repetitive manufacturing.
  
  
  Production Version: There may not be a valid production version defined for the material in the production version data. Repetitive manufacturing requires a production version to be defined for the material.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for repetitive manufacturing for certain materials or material types.
  
  
  Plant Settings: The plant settings may not be configured to allow repetitive manufacturing for the specific material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the settings under the "MRP" and "Work Scheduling" views. Ensure that the material is set up for repetitive manufacturing.
  
  
  
  Define Production Version:
  
  Ensure that a valid production version exists for the material. You can check this in transaction code C223 (for creating or changing production versions) and ensure that the production version is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that repetitive manufacturing is enabled for the material type. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Plant-Specific Settings:
  
  Verify that the plant settings allow for repetitive manufacturing. This can be checked in the configuration settings for the specific plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to repetitive manufacturing to ensure that all necessary steps and configurations have been completed.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform repetitive manufacturing activities for the material.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  C223 (Maintain Production Versions)
  COHV (Repetitive Manufacturing Order Confirmation)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error KO326.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation: 
  
  Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to repetitive manufacturing processes in SAP to ensure proper understanding and setup.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and repetitive manufacturing.