How To Fix U9556 - Routing does not exist in table PLAN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Routing does not exist in table PLAN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U9556 - Routing does not exist in table PLAN ?

  The SAP error message U9556, which states "Routing does not exist in table PLAN," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a routing for a specific material or production order in the routing table (PLAN). This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Routing: The routing for the material or production order has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Material or Plant: The material or plant specified in the order does not have an associated routing.
  Routing Not Active: The routing exists but is not active or valid for the specified period.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the production planning module.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the routing from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Routing Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CA03 (Display Routing) to check if the routing exists for the material in question.
  Ensure that the routing is assigned to the correct plant and is valid for the required production version.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Routing:
  
  If the routing does not exist, create it using transaction code CA01 (Create Routing).
  If the routing exists but is not valid, update it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to verify that the material master data is correctly set up, including the production version and associated routing.
  
  
  
  Check Production Version:
  
  Ensure that the production version is correctly assigned to the material and that it points to the correct routing.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Check the plant settings to ensure that the routing is valid for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA01: Create Routing
  CA02: Change Routing
  CA03: Display Routing
  MM03: Display Material
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on routing and production planning.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect routing determination.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the U9556 error and implement the appropriate solution.