How To Fix KZ116 - Enter an alternative routing or a version, but not both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Enter an alternative routing or a version, but not both

What causes this issue?

You entered both a production version and an alternative routing for
material &V1&.

System Response

For a material, you can enter an alternative routing or a production
version, but not both.

How to fix this error?

Delete the alternative routing and/or the production version, or enter
another material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ116 - Enter an alternative routing or a version, but not both ?

  The SAP error message KZ116, which states "Enter an alternative routing or a version, but not both," typically occurs in the context of production planning and routing in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires either an alternative routing or a version to be specified, but not both at the same time.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to enter both an alternative routing and a version in a transaction or screen where only one of these inputs is allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying a production order.
  When working with routing data in the material master or production planning modules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KZ116 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Review the fields where you are entering data. Ensure that you are only entering either an alternative routing or a version, but not both. 
  
  
  Clear Unnecessary Fields: If you have mistakenly filled in both fields, clear one of them based on your requirement:
  
  If you need to use an alternative routing, remove the version number.
  If you need to use a version, remove the alternative routing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which routing or version to use, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a colleague who is familiar with the production process.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Alternative Routing: This is used in production planning to define different methods of manufacturing a product. It allows flexibility in the production process.
  
  
  Routing Version: This refers to a specific version of a routing that may include changes or updates to the production process. Versions are used to manage changes over time.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP training materials, which may provide specific guidelines on how to handle routings and versions.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), and CA03 (Display Routing) to manage routings effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to resolve the KZ116 error in SAP.