How To Fix PK228 - No kanban container was selected. Print is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 228

• Message text: No kanban container was selected. Print is not possible

What causes this issue?

You have not selected any kanban containers. Therefore, no kanban cards
could be printed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please select the kanban containers that are to be printed and carry out
the function, 'Print kanbans' again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK228 - No kanban container was selected. Print is not possible ?

  The SAP error message PK228 "No kanban container was selected. Print is not possible" typically occurs in the context of the Kanban process within SAP's Production Planning (PP) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid Kanban container to print the associated Kanban card or label.
  Causes:
  
  No Kanban Container Assigned: The Kanban container may not be assigned to the specific Kanban board or the material in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the Kanban board or the Kanban control cycle may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Status of Kanban: The status of the Kanban container may not be set to a state that allows printing (e.g., it may be in a status that does not permit printing).
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the Kanban master data or control cycle.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or print the Kanban container.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Kanban Container Assignment:
  
  Go to the Kanban board and verify that the Kanban container is correctly assigned to the material and the control cycle.
  Ensure that the Kanban container is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the Kanban control cycle in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Verify that the Kanban board is properly set up and that the relevant parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Kanban Status:
  
  Review the status of the Kanban container. Ensure that it is in a state that allows printing (e.g., it should not be in a "Blocked" status).
  
  
  
  Complete Missing Data:
  
  Ensure that all required data for the Kanban container and control cycle is complete and accurate. This includes material master data, control cycle settings, and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to print Kanban containers. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like PK01 (Create Kanban) or PK02 (Change Kanban) to check the details of the Kanban container and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on Kanban processes and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the PK228 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PK228 error and implement the appropriate solution.