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Message type: E = Error
Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation
Message number: 013
Message text: &: & use as production resource/tool in routing or order
The material is used as a production resource/tool in a routing or in
an order.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Delete the usage of the material in the routing or order. You can then
delete the material.
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W4013
- &: & use as production resource/tool in routing or order ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message W4013:
SAP Message W4013:
Message Text:
&: & use as production resource/tool in routing or order
Meaning / Cause:
This warning message appears when you try to use a production resource/tool (PRT) in a routing or production order, but there is some inconsistency or issue related to its assignment or usage.
Typically, the message indicates that the system has detected the use of a PRT in a routing or order, and it is either:
The placeholders &
in the message are replaced by the actual resource/tool name and the context (routing or order).
PRT not assigned in the routing operation:
The production resource/tool is referenced in the order but not maintained in the routing operation.
PRT master data issues:
The PRT master record might be incomplete or missing necessary data (e.g., validity dates, usage parameters).
Incorrect usage in order:
The PRT is manually assigned in the order but does not correspond to the routing or is not allowed for the operation.
Configuration or Customizing issues:
Settings in the work center or routing that control PRT usage might be inconsistent.
Check PRT assignment in routing:
Verify PRT master data:
IE03
to display the PRT master record.Check production order PRT assignment:
Review configuration:
Consistency check:
PRT (Production Resource/Tool):
These are tools, fixtures, or resources required for production but not consumed during the process.
Routing:
Defines the sequence of operations and resources/tools used in production.
Production Order:
The actual order to manufacture a product, which references routing and resources.
Message Class:
This message usually belongs to message class W4
or similar, related to production resources.
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