How To Fix M3648 - Selection of routing & / & / & not successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 648

• Message text: Selection of routing & / & / & not successful

What causes this issue?

The system has attempted to find a routing that matches your
specifications. It has not found any routing with a matching period of
validity and/or lot size range.

System Response

The system based its search on the selection ID for routing selection
defined in the Implementation Guide for Materials Planning.

How to fix this error?

Check the setting in the Implementation Guide.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3648 - Selection of routing & / & / & not successful ?

  The SAP error message M3648, which states "Selection of routing & / & / & not successful," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution when the system is unable to find a valid routing for a specific material or production order. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Routing: The routing for the specified material may not exist in the system. This can happen if the routing has not been created or has been deleted.
  
  
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material number or plant specified in the production order may be incorrect or not aligned with the routing data.
  
  
  Routing Not Active: The routing may exist but is not active for the specified plant or production version.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If the material has multiple versions, the system may not be able to find the correct version of the routing.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the production planning module that prevent the routing from being selected.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the routing data.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Routing Existence: Verify that the routing exists for the specified material and plant. You can do this by using transaction code CA03 (Display Routing) and entering the relevant details.
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant: Ensure that the material number and plant in the production order are correct. You can check this in the material master (transaction code MM03).
  
  
  Activate Routing: If the routing exists but is not active, you may need to activate it for the relevant plant or production version.
  
  
  Check Production Version: If applicable, ensure that the correct production version is assigned to the material. You can check this in the material master under the "MRP 2" view.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the production planning settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the routing data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA03 (Display Routing), MM03 (Display Material), and CO01 (Create Production Order) to navigate through the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to routing and production planning.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to routing and production planning for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M3648 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.