How To Fix 06431 - This item can only be changed via the associated planned order

06431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 431

• Message text: This item can only be changed via the associated planned order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06431 - This item can only be changed via the associated planned order ?

  The SAP error message 06431, "This item can only be changed via the associated planned order," typically occurs in the context of production planning and material management. This error indicates that you are trying to make changes to a component or item in a production order or a related document that can only be modified through its associated planned order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Planned Order Association: The item you are trying to change is linked to a planned order. Changes to this item must be made at the planned order level rather than directly in the production order or other related documents.
  Status of the Order: The production order may be in a status that restricts changes, such as "Released" or "In Process."
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may enforce this restriction to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change the Planned Order: 
  
  Navigate to the planned order associated with the production order.
  Make the necessary