CP324 - Sequence &/&/&: operation number incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Sequence &/&/&: operation number incorrect

What causes this issue?

The number of the first operation in sequence &V3& of task list &V1&
&V2& is less than the number of the branch operation in the standard
sequence.
However, the first operation in alternative or parallel sequences
must have a number greater than the number of the operation before the
branch operation in the standard sequence.

How to fix this error?

Check the task list and
correct the operation numbers in sequence &V3&
<ZH>or</>
correct the operation numbers in the standard sequence.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP324 - Sequence &/&/&: operation number incorrect ?

  The SAP error message CP324, which states "Sequence &/&/&: operation number incorrect," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with routing and operations in a production order or a process order.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Operation Number: The operation number specified in the routing or production order does not match the expected sequence of operations defined in the routing.
  Routing Issues: The routing may not be correctly defined, or there may be missing operations or incorrect sequences.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or the routing master data.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an incorrect operation number manually.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CP324 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Routing:
  
  Go to the routing transaction (e.g., CA03) and verify the sequence of operations.
  Ensure that the operation number you are trying to use exists in the routing and is in the correct sequence.
  
  
  
  Verify Production Order:
  
  Check the production order (e.g., CO03) to ensure that the operation numbers match those defined in the routing.
  If you are trying to perform an operation that is not defined in the routing, you will need to adjust the routing or the production order accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master and routing master data are correctly set up and consistent.
  Check for any missing or incorrect data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  User Input:
  
  If the operation number was entered manually, double-check the input for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and its resolution.
  
  
  
  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 CA03 (Display Routing), CO03 (Display Production Order), and CS03 (Display Material BOM) for checking the related data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP production planning and control to better understand routing and operations management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CP324 error in SAP.