How To Fix KV047 - Specify material, plant, and production process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Specify material, plant, and production process

What causes this issue?

An object in repetitive manufacturing is identified by the combination
plant/material and production version.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data that identifies the object for
<DS:GLOS.variance_calculation>variance calculation</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV047 - Specify material, plant, and production process ?

  The SAP error message KV047 ("Specify material, plant, and production process") typically occurs in the context of production planning or when working with production orders, especially in the areas of costing or material requirements planning (MRP). This error indicates that the system requires specific information about the material, plant, and production process to proceed with the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The error usually arises when the system cannot find the necessary data for the specified material in the context of the plant and production process. This could be due to:
  
  The material not being defined in the system.
  The material not being assigned to the specified plant.
  The production process not being defined for the material in the context of the plant.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the production planning module or the material master data that prevent the system from retrieving the required information.
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered incorrect or incomplete information when trying to create or modify a production order or related document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material in question is correctly defined in the material master (transaction code MM03). Ensure that:
  
  The material exists.
  The material is assigned to the correct plant.
  The necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, Work Scheduling) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. You can do this by checking the material master data for the specific plant.
  
  
  Define Production Process: If applicable, ensure that the production process is defined for the material in the context of the plant. This may involve checking the routing or production version associated with the material.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings in the production planning module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Input Validation: Double-check the input fields when creating or modifying production orders to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to this error include:
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  CO01 (Create Production Order)
  CO02 (Change Production Order)
  MD01 (MRP Run)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and perform the required operations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KV047 error and implement the appropriate solution.