How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI156 - Routing could not be assigned to change record &1

MPE_RTG_UI156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Routing could not be assigned to change record &1

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign the routing to a change record that is not valid for
this action. That is, the change record type of the change record that
you entered has not been enabled for the appropriate reference object (
<ZK>Routing)</> in customizing. Or, the item relevance of the change
record type has not been enabled for the action you are trying to
perform (create, change, or delete).

System Response

The system issues an appropriate error message.

How to fix this error?

Select a change record with the correct configuration in customizing
that allows the reference object routing and the appropriate item
relevance.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI156 - Routing could not be assigned to change record &1 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI156 indicates that a routing could not be assigned to a change record. This typically occurs in the context of production planning or manufacturing processes where routings are used to define the sequence of operations for producing a product.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Routing: The routing that is supposed to be assigned to the change record does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the routing or change record may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the routing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or the routing master.
  Change Record Status: The change record may be in a status that does not allow for routing assignment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Routing Existence: Verify that the routing exists for the material in question. You can do this by navigating to the routing transaction