How To Fix U9116 - Material &1 plant &2 production version &3: PPM has no activities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U9 - Message Class for Output in Application Log

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Material &1 plant &2 production version &3: PPM has no activities

What causes this issue?

The PPM could not be created because no activity could be generated
from the master data upon which this is based.
The PPM is not transferred.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U9116 - Material &1 plant &2 production version &3: PPM has no activities ?

  The SAP error message U9116 indicates that there is an issue with the Production Planning (PP) module, specifically related to the Production Version (PPM) for a material in a specific plant. The message states that the Production Version does not have any activities defined, which means that the system cannot find any routing or work center information associated with that production version.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing: The production version is not linked to any routing, which means there are no defined operations or activities for the production process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The production version may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to a lack of associated activities.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or the production version setup.
  Inactive Production Version: The production version might be inactive or not valid for the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Production Version: Go to the production version in the material master (transaction code MM02) and verify that it is correctly set up. Ensure that it is assigned to the correct plant and that it is active.
  Define Routing: If there is no routing defined for the production version, you need to create or assign a routing that includes the necessary operations and work centers. You can do this using transaction code CA01 (Create Routing).
  Check PPM (Production Process Model): Ensure that the Production Process Model (PPM) is correctly defined and linked to the production version. You can check this in transaction code C223 (Maintain Production Version).
  Validate Master Data: Review the material master data and ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP PP consultant for guidance on how to properly configure production versions and routings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  CA01: Create Routing
  C223: Maintain Production Version
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the production version and routing data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the U9116 error and ensure that your production version has the necessary activities defined for production planning.