How To Fix /SAPMP/PP_SFC046 - No routing for material &1 in plant &2, routing type &3, group counter &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PP_SFC -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No routing for material &1 in plant &2, routing type &3, group counter &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PP_SFC046 - No routing for material &1 in plant &2, routing type &3, group counter &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PP_SFC046 indicates that there is no routing available for a specific material in a given plant, routing type, and group counter. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution when the system is unable to find the necessary routing information to process a production order or a related operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing: The most common cause is that the routing for the specified material does not exist in the system for the specified plant and routing type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The routing may not be correctly configured or assigned to the material in the system.
  Routing Type Issues: The routing type specified may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly.
  Group Counter Issues: The group counter may not correspond to any existing routing for the material.
  Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to the absence of routing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Routing: Verify if the routing for the specified material exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and checking if the routing is defined for the material in the specified plant.
  Create/Update Routing: If the routing does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction CA01 (Create Routing) or update it using CA02 (Change Routing).
  Verify Material Master: Check the material master data (transaction MM03) to ensure that the material is correctly set up and that the relevant views (like Work Scheduling) are maintained.
  Check Routing Type: Ensure that the routing type specified in the error message is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Group Counter: If the group counter is not relevant, you may need to check if it is necessary for the routing or if it can be omitted.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up routings in your organization to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Routing Information: Routings define the sequence of operations required to produce a material, including the work centers involved and the time required for each operation.
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the Work Scheduling view of the material master is properly maintained, as it contains critical information related to production.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning to further investigate the issue.