How To Fix MPE_EXEC_SFO103 - Shop floor routing, group &1, counter &2, version &3, does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_EXEC_SFO - Messages for Shop Floor Orders

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Shop floor routing, group &1, counter &2, version &3, does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO103 - Shop floor routing, group &1, counter &2, version &3, does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MPE_EXEC_SFO103 indicates that there is an issue with the shop floor routing in the system. Specifically, it means that the routing group, counter, and version specified in the error message do not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, execution, or when trying to access routing information for manufacturing processes.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Routing Group/Counter/Version: The routing group, counter, or version specified in the transaction may not exist in the database.
  Data Deletion: The routing information may have been deleted or not created yet.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the routing setup or master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the routing information.
  Transport Issues: If the routing was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Routing Information:
  
  Check if the routing group, counter, and version exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and searching for the specific routing.
  Ensure that the routing is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (materials, work centers, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the routing.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to routing in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the routing information.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the routing was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on routing and shop floor control.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA03 (Display Routing), CA01 (Create Routing), and CA02 (Change Routing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential fixes or patches.
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP Production Planning (PP) and Shop Floor Control (SFC) to better understand routing and its implications in the production process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.