How To Fix LD408 - Sort buffers can only be defined in the main production line

LD408 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Sort buffers can only be defined in the main production line

What causes this issue?

You have tried to define a line segment in a feeder production line as
a sort buffer.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD408 - Sort buffers can only be defined in the main production line ?

  The SAP error message LD408 indicates that sort buffers can only be defined in the main production line. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production orders and routing in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to define sort buffers in a production line that is not designated as the main production line. In SAP, sort buffers are used to manage the flow of materials and production processes, and they must be associated with the primary production line to ensure proper scheduling and resource allocation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LD408 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Production Line Configuration:
  
  Verify that the production line you are working with is correctly set up as the main production line in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Define Sort Buffers in the Main Production Line:
  
  If you