How To Fix PPECHK309 - The end of alternative work center &1 does not have a reporting point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECHK - iPPE Consistency Check

• Message number: 309

• Message text: The end of alternative work center &1 does not have a reporting point

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECHK309 - The end of alternative work center &1 does not have a reporting point ?

  The SAP error message PPECHK309 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of operations in a production order or a similar context where work centers and reporting points are involved. Specifically, the error states that the end of an alternative work center does not have a reporting point defined.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Reporting Point: The alternative work center defined in the routing or production order does not have a reporting point set up at the end of its operation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the work center or the routing may not be complete or may have been incorrectly set up.
  Routing Issues: The routing may not be properly defined, leading to inconsistencies in how operations are scheduled and reported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPECHK309 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the work center configuration in SAP (Transaction code: CR01 or CR02).
  Ensure that the alternative work center has a reporting point defined at the end of the operation.
  
  
  
  Review Routing:
  
  Check the routing associated with the production order (Transaction code: CA03).
  Ensure that all operations have valid work centers and that the reporting points are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Reporting Points:
  
  If the reporting point is missing, you can define it in the work center settings. This can usually be done in the "Basic Data" or "Capacity" sections of the work center configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Production Order:
  
  If the error occurs in a production order, check the order details (Transaction code: CO02) to ensure that all operations are correctly linked to their respective work centers and reporting points.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up work centers and reporting points.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the production order or routing again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CA03: Display Routing
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to work centers and routings in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPECHK309 error and ensure that your production processes run smoothly.