How To Fix KZ092 - Material & requires an alternative routing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Material & requires an alternative routing

What causes this issue?

You have not specified an alternative routing for material &V1&.
This material has already been assigned to a cost object ID with an
alternative routing.
Material &V1& can therefore only be assigned to a further cost object
ID with an alternative routing.

System Response

INCLUDE NAKZ091

How to fix this error?

Enter an alternative routing for material &V1&, or
Enter another material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ092 - Material & requires an alternative routing ?

  The SAP error message KZ092 indicates that a material requires an alternative routing. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when the system cannot find a valid routing for a material that is needed for a production order or a planned order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alternative Routing: The material in question does not have an alternative routing defined in the system. This can happen if the primary routing is not available or if the material is set up to require an alternative routing but none exists.
  Routing Status: The primary routing may be inactive or not valid for the current production scenario.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or routing data that prevent the system from finding a suitable alternative routing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Routing: Verify if the material has an alternative routing defined. You can do this by navigating to the routing in the SAP system and checking the alternative routings available for the material.
  Create Alternative Routing: If no alternative routing exists, you may need to create one. This can be done using transaction code CA01 (Create Routing) or CA02 (Change Routing). Ensure that the alternative routing meets the production requirements.
  Activate Routing: If the primary routing is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure that it is valid for the production order.
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data to ensure that the settings related to routing are correctly configured. This includes checking the production version and ensuring that it points to the correct routing.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding routing and production processes to ensure compliance with internal standards.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA03: Display Routing
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Routing Types: Understand the different types of routings (standard, alternative, etc.) and how they are used in production planning.
  Production Versions: Familiarize yourself with production versions, as they link materials to specific routings and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to routing and production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KZ092 error and ensure that the material has the necessary routing for production.