How To Fix VCH_HL_SRV_ROUTING008 - No material has been specified for the routing service

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_SRV_ROUTING - Exceptions during Routing Explosion

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No material has been specified for the routing service

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_SRV_ROUTING008 - No material has been specified for the routing service ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_SRV_ROUTING008 indicates that no material has been specified for the routing service. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or production planning modules, particularly when dealing with routing services in production orders or service orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Assignment: The routing service requires a material to be specified, and if this is not done, the system cannot process the routing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The routing may not be properly configured to include the necessary material.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry where the material was not assigned to the routing.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly set up or linked to the routing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing Configuration:
  
  Go to the routing configuration in SAP and ensure that the routing is correctly set up with the necessary materials assigned.
  Use transaction codes like CA01 (Create Routing) or CA02 (Change Routing) to review and modify the routing.
  
  
  
  Assign Material:
  
  If the routing is missing a material, you need to assign the appropriate material to the routing. This can be done in the routing details.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that the material is active and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the material is relevant for the routing and that it has the necessary views activated (e.g., Basic Data, Work Scheduling).
  
  
  
  Check Production Order/Service Order:
  
  If this error occurs while creating or processing a production order or service order, ensure that the order references the correct routing and material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to routing and material assignment for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CA01, CA02, MM03, and CO01 (Create Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify routings and materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.