How To Fix PPEENG108 - &1 between &2 and &3 has no type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENG - iPPE Engine Messages

• Message number: 108

• Message text: &1 between &2 and &3 has no type

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an iPPE relationship between the objects &v2&
and &v3&. No type has been specified for this relationship.

System Response

You can create iPPE relationships in the system only if the
relationship has been assigned to a defined type in Customizing. The
system refuses to create relationships whose types cannot be checked in
Customizing.

How to fix this error?

Select a type.

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 PPEENG108 - &1 between &2 and &3 has no type ?

  The SAP error message PPEENG108 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a type to a specific object or element in the context of production planning or engineering. The message typically appears when the system is unable to determine the type of a particular object between two specified points (e.g., between two nodes in a bill of materials or routing).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Type Definition: The object or element in question does not have a defined type in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links or incorrect settings in the master data (e.g., material master, BOM, routing).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the production planning module may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to recognize the type of the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the objects involved (e.g., materials, BOMs, routings) is complete and correctly configured. Ensure that all necessary types are defined.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the production planning module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like SPRO.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like C223 (for BOM) or C201 (for routing) to check for inconsistencies in the data. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the type assignment is failing. This may require technical assistance from an ABAP developer.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CA01 (Create Routing), and CA02 (Change Routing) to manage and verify the master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PPEENG108 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPEENG108 error message in your SAP system.