How To Fix LO_VCHCLF_ROUTING003 - The routing buffer is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LO_VCHCLF_ROUTING - Exception messages from Routing Retriever

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The routing buffer is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LO_VCHCLF_ROUTING003 - The routing buffer is empty ?

  The SAP error message LO_VCHCLF_ROUTING003 indicates that the routing buffer is empty. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and production planning, particularly when dealing with the handling of routing information for production orders or process orders.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Routing Information: The routing for the material or production order you are trying to process is not defined or is incomplete.
  Buffer Issues: The routing buffer may not have been populated correctly due to system issues or configuration problems.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or routing master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of routing information.
  Transaction Errors: Errors during the transaction that should populate the routing buffer may have occurred, leading to an empty buffer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Routing Definition:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and check if the routing for the relevant material is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the routing is active and assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Verify the material master data (transaction MM03) to ensure that the material is linked to the correct routing.
  Check if the production version is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Repopulate the Buffer:
  
  If the routing buffer is empty, you may need to trigger a process that repopulates it. This can often be done by reprocessing the order or re-executing the transaction that failed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to routing and production planning in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide additional context or clues about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: CA03 (Display Routing), MM03 (Display Material), CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logistics Execution: Understanding the logistics execution process and how routing fits into production planning can help in diagnosing issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.