How To Fix PPELUI084 - The selected function requires a routing of type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPELUI - Messages of iPPE Workbench Express

• Message number: 084

• Message text: The selected function requires a routing of type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPELUI084 - The selected function requires a routing of type &1 ?

  The SAP error message PPELUI084 indicates that the selected function requires a routing of a specific type, which is not available or not correctly configured in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning or process management, where routings are essential for defining the sequence of operations needed to manufacture a product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing: The routing of the required type (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system for the material or operation you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Routing Type: The routing type that is required for the operation is not compatible with the selected function or process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the production planning module that prevent the system from recognizing the appropriate routing.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be correctly set up to link to the required routing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing Configuration:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA01 for creating routings, CA02 for changing, or CA03 for displaying).
  Verify that the routing of the required type exists for the material in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Routing:
  
  If the routing does not exist, create a new routing of the required type.
  If it exists but is not of the correct type, you may need to modify it or create a new one that meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction MM03) to ensure that the correct routing is assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the production version is correctly set up to link the material with the appropriate routing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to routing and production planning to understand the specific requirements for the routing type needed.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify routings in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Routing Types: Understand the different types of routings available in SAP (e.g., standard routings, reference routings) and their specific use cases.
  Production Versions: Familiarize yourself with how production versions link materials to routings and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to routing include CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), CA03 (Display Routing), and C223 (Assign Production Versions).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PPELUI084 and ensure that the necessary routing is in place for the selected function.