How To Fix PK614 - Material staging indicator &1 cannot be used for control cycle

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 614

• Message text: Material staging indicator &1 cannot be used for control cycle

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK614 - Material staging indicator &1 cannot be used for control cycle ?

  The SAP error message PK614 indicates that the material staging indicator specified cannot be used for the control cycle in the context of production planning and control. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the settings related to the material staging indicator and the control cycle.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Material Staging Indicator: The material staging indicator you are trying to use may not be valid for the specific control cycle or production process.
  Control Cycle Configuration: The control cycle may not be properly configured to accept the specified material staging indicator.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the relevant material may not have the correct settings for the material staging indicator.
  Production Version Issues: If the production version is not correctly set up or does not match the control cycle, it can lead to this error.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The plant or storage location associated with the control cycle may not be compatible with the material staging indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Staging Indicator: Verify that the material staging indicator you are using is valid and appropriate for the control cycle. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Control Cycle Configuration: Go to the control cycle configuration and ensure that the material staging indicator is correctly assigned. You can access this through the transaction code PK01 (Create Control Cycle) or PK02 (Change Control Cycle).
  Update Material Master: Check the material master record (transaction code MM02) for the relevant material and ensure that the material staging indicator is correctly set.
  Check Production Version: Ensure that the production version is correctly defined and linked to the control cycle. You can check this in the material master under the "Production" view.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the material staging indicator and control cycle settings.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PK01 - Create Control Cycle
  PK02 - Change Control Cycle
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for Production Planning (PP) in SAP to ensure that all settings are correctly aligned.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Production Planning.