How To Fix LTBN004 - No work center exists for requested activities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTBN - Bin Management's messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No work center exists for requested activities

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose another activity or contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Define one or more work centers and assign this operation to them in
IMG activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_LTBN002>Define Zones, Operations and Serving
Zones</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTBN004 - No work center exists for requested activities ?

  The SAP error message LTBN004: No work center exists for requested activities typically occurs in the context of logistics and production planning when the system cannot find a valid work center for the activities being requested. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, when trying to schedule operations, or when performing capacity planning.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Work Center: The work center specified in the production order or routing does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The work center may not be properly configured or may not be assigned to the relevant plant or production line.
  Inactive Work Center: The work center might be inactive or not available for the specified time period.
  Routing Issues: The routing associated with the production order may not have a valid work center assigned to the operations.
  Plant Assignment: The work center may not be assigned to the plant where the production order is being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center) to verify if the work center exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the work center is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Routing:
  
  Use transaction code CA03 (Display Routing) to check if the routing associated with the production order has the correct work center assigned.
  If necessary, update the routing to include a valid work center.
  
  
  
  Check Work Center Status:
  
  Ensure that the work center is active and available for the required time frame. You can check this in the work center configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Production Order:
  
  Check the production order for any discrepancies. Use transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your master data team to ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not affecting the work center assignment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CA03: Display Routing
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on work centers, routings, and production orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LTBN004 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.