How To Fix LD215 - Material &1 has no reference to a production version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Material &1 has no reference to a production version

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& has not been given a production version.

System Response

The system cannot change the status.

How to fix this error?

Please execute the function "select production version", or manually
enter a suitable production version for the material.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD215 - Material &1 has no reference to a production version ?

  The SAP error message LD215 indicates that the material specified (denoted by &1) does not have a reference to a production version. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, where a production version is necessary for creating production orders or for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Production Version: The material does not have a production version defined in the system. Production versions are used to specify how a product is manufactured, including the bill of materials (BOM) and routing.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up to allow for production versions.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incomplete entries in the material master or BOM.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly to allow for production versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Production Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code C223 (or use the appropriate transaction for your version of SAP).
  Enter the material number and plant.
  Create a new production version by specifying the relevant BOM and routing.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Ensure that the material type is appropriate for production versions and that the necessary views (like MRP and Work Scheduling) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review BOM and Routing:
  
  Ensure that the BOM and routing for the material are correctly defined and active.
  Use transaction codes CS03 (for BOM) and CA03 (for routing) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) to ensure that production versions are enabled for the material type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the steps or need more detailed guidance, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C223: Create Production Version
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS03: Display BOM
  CA03: Display Routing
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views for production planning are maintained.
  Production Version: A production version links a material to a specific BOM and routing, which is essential for production planning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LD215 error and ensure that the material has the necessary production version for your production planning processes.