How To Fix KZ098 - Enter a routing group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Enter a routing group

What causes this issue?

You entered the <GL:group_counter>group counter</> for an alternative
routing, but you did not enter the <GL:routing_group>routing group</>.
You did not choose an alternative from the routings proposed by the
system.

System Response

To assign a routing to a material, you have to enter the routing group
and the group counter of the alternative routing.
The system checks whether this alternative routing is appropriate for
the material. If one of the two entries is missing, the system will
attempt to determine an alternative routing automatically.

How to fix this error?

Enter the routing group of the alternative routing, or choose one of
the alternative routings proposed by the system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ098 - Enter a routing group ?

  The SAP error message KZ098, which states "Enter a routing group," typically occurs in the context of production planning or when working with routing in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a routing group to be specified for the operation you are trying to perform, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing Group: The most common cause of this error is that the routing group field is left blank when creating or modifying a routing or production order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the routing settings or master data that prevent the routing group from being recognized.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the routing group due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Routing Group: When prompted with this error, check the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred and ensure that you enter a valid routing group in the specified field.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the routing group you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the routing master data and checking if the routing group is defined correctly.
  Review Configuration: If the routing group is missing or not functioning as expected, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to routing and production planning. This may involve checking the configuration in the following areas:
  
  Routing configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Production version settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to set up routing groups and their importance in the production process.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Routing Groups: In SAP, routing groups are used to categorize and manage different routings for production processes. They help in organizing the routing data and can be linked to specific production versions or materials.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), and CA03 (Display Routing) to manage routings effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to routing groups and error KZ098.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KZ098 error and ensure that the routing group is correctly entered in your SAP transactions.