How To Fix QF185 - Routing number for operations &1 is not valid for production order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QF - Defects Recording

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Routing number for operations &1 is not valid for production order &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QF185 - Routing number for operations &1 is not valid for production order &2 ?

  The SAP error message QF185 indicates that there is an issue with the routing number associated with a specific operation in a production order. This error typically arises when the routing number specified for the operation is not valid or cannot be found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Routing Number: The routing number specified in the production order does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Routing Not Assigned: The routing may not be assigned to the material or production order.
  Inactive Routing: The routing might be inactive or not valid for the specific plant or production version.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the routing setup or the production order itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Routing Number: Verify that the routing number specified in the production order is correct. You can do this by navigating to the routing in the SAP system and ensuring it exists and is active.
  Assign Routing: If the routing is not assigned to the material, you may need to assign it. This can be done in the material master or routing configuration.
  Activate Routing: If the routing is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the routing transaction (e.g., CA01, CA02).
  Check Production Version: Ensure that the production version assigned to the production order is correct and that it has the appropriate routing linked to it.
  Review Plant Settings: Make sure that the routing is valid for the plant where the production order is being processed.
  Consult Documentation: If necessary, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), CA03 (Display Routing) to manage routings.
  Production Order Management: Familiarize yourself with the production order management process in SAP, including how routings are linked to production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to routing and production orders.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify routings and production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QF185 error and ensure that the routing number is valid for the specified production order.