How To Fix SPPF_DET031 - Processing time is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_DET - PPF: Determination Technology

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Processing time is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_DET031 - Processing time is missing ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_DET031 ("Processing time is missing") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or related modules where processing times are required for operations or activities in a production order or routing.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Data: The processing time for a specific operation in a routing or production order is not defined. This could be due to incomplete master data setup.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant production process may not be set up correctly, leading to missing processing times.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the routing or work center that are required for the calculation of processing times.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Routing:
  
  Go to the routing associated with the production order and ensure that all operations have defined processing times (setup time, processing time, and teardown time).
  You can check this in transaction code CA03 (Display Routing).
  
  
  
  Check Work Center:
  
  Verify that the work center used in the routing has the necessary processing times defined. You can check this in transaction code CR03 (Display Work Center).
  Ensure that the work center is correctly assigned to the relevant production order.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If processing times are missing, you may need to update the routing or work center with the correct processing times.
  Use transaction codes CA01 (Create Routing) or CR01 (Create Work Center) to add or modify the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Production Planning module to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  This may involve checking the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Production Planning.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Order:
  
  If the production order is already created and you have made changes to the routing or work center, you may need to recreate the production order to reflect the changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CR03: Display Work Center
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Production Planning for more detailed information on routing and work center setup.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SPPF_DET031 error message in your SAP system.