How To Fix PK053 - Flag the kanban containers for deletion or increase the no. of containers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Flag the kanban containers for deletion or increase the no. of containers

What causes this issue?

You have reduced the number of kanban containers in the control cycle.
This is only possible if you first set the deletion indicator for the
surplus kanban containers.

System Response

How to fix this error?

To delete kanban containers, choose <PF>Display Kanbans</> to go to the
kanban screen and set the deletion indicator for the relevant kanban
containers.
If the system cannot delete enough kanban containers, you must lock the
kanban containers you want to delete. If these kanban containers are
given the status "EMPTY", replenishment is not triggered but the kanban
container is set to the status "WAIT". You can then delete the kanban
container.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK053 - Flag the kanban containers for deletion or increase the no. of containers ?

  The SAP error message PK053 typically occurs in the context of Kanban processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the number of Kanban containers that are currently set up for a particular Kanban control cycle. Specifically, it suggests that the system has detected that the number of Kanban containers is either insufficient or needs to be flagged for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Containers: The number of Kanban containers defined for a control cycle is less than what is required for the production or replenishment process.
  Flagged for Deletion: The Kanban containers may have been flagged for deletion, which means they are no longer available for use in the Kanban process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Kanban setup, such as incorrect settings in the control cycle or container definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase the Number of Containers:
  
  Go to the Kanban control cycle configuration in SAP.
  Check the number of containers defined for the control cycle.
  If necessary, increase the number of containers to meet the production requirements.
  
  
  
  Flag Containers for Deletion:
  
  If you need to delete certain Kanban containers, ensure that they are properly flagged for deletion in the system.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., PKMC) to manage Kanban containers and mark them for deletion as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Control Cycle Settings:
  
  Verify the settings of the Kanban control cycle to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the configuration that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on managing Kanban containers and control cycles.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PKMC (Manage Kanban), PK01 (Create Kanban), and PK02 (Change Kanban) for managing Kanban processes.
  Kanban Configuration: Understanding the configuration of Kanban in SAP, including control cycles, container types, and replenishment strategies, can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to Kanban processing that might provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the PK053 error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue effectively.