How To Fix PPESNP018 - No setup group is allowed for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESNP - Message Class for SNP Routing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No setup group is allowed for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESNP018 - No setup group is allowed for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPESNP018 ("No setup group is allowed for &1 &2") typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid setup group for the specified operation or resource. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent the specific operation or resource that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Setup Group: The most common cause is that the setup group has not been defined for the specific operation or resource in the production planning configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The setup group may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant work center or production version.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the work center or routing.
  Production Version: The production version being used may not have a valid setup group assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Setup Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant work center or routing.
  Ensure that a valid setup group is assigned to the operation or resource in question.
  
  
  
  Review Work Center Settings:
  
  Navigate to the work center in transaction CR01 or CR02.
  Check the "Setup" tab to ensure that the setup group is defined and correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Routing:
  
  Check the routing for the production order or planned order in transaction CA03.
  Ensure that the operations have the correct setup group assigned.
  
  
  
  Production Version:
  
  If applicable, check the production version in transaction C223 to ensure that it is correctly configured with the necessary setup groups.
  
  
  
  Master Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, work centers, routings) is consistent and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure setup groups and related settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01 / CR02: Work Center Maintenance
  CA03: Display Routing
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPESNP018 error in your SAP system. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.