How To Fix MPE_SFMASTERISSU_MSG009 - Shop floor routing version is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_SFMASTERISSU_MSG -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Shop floor routing version is obsolete

What causes this issue?

The shop floor routing referenced by the production version is obsolete.

System Response

Production order creation will fail if the shop floor routing version is
obsolete.

How to fix this error?

Create a new shop floor routing version or change the production version
of the planned order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_SFMASTERISSU_MSG009 - Shop floor routing version is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message MPE_SFMASTERISSU_MSG009 indicates that the shop floor routing version you are trying to use is obsolete. This typically occurs when the routing version has been marked as inactive or has been replaced by a newer version.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Routing Version: The routing version you are attempting to use has been marked as obsolete in the system.
  Version Management: The system may have version management enabled, and the version you are trying to access is no longer valid for production.
  Data Maintenance: Changes in the routing data or master data maintenance may have led to the version being flagged as obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing Versions:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03 for display routing) and check the available versions for the material in question.
  Ensure that you are using a valid and active routing version.
  
  
  
  Activate a New Version:
  
  If a newer version exists, you may need to activate it or set it as the default version for production.
  You can do this in the routing transaction by selecting the appropriate version and marking it as active.
  
  
  
  Update Production Orders:
  
  If you have production orders that reference the obsolete routing, you may need to update them to point to the new active routing version.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which version to use or how to proceed, consult with your master data management team or SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Review Change Logs:
  
  Check the change logs for the routing to understand why the version was marked as obsolete and if any changes were made that could affect your operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Routing in SAP: Routing defines the sequence of operations required to produce a product. It includes details such as work centers, operation times, and the materials needed.
  Version Management: SAP allows for version management of routings, which helps in maintaining historical data and managing changes over time.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA01: Create Routing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to routing versions and obsolescence.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that you are using the correct routing version for your production processes.