How To Fix 06433 - This item only changeable via the associated production order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 433

• Message text: This item only changeable via the associated production order

What causes this issue?

The purchase requisition was created from a production order, network,
or maintenance order and deleted there following deletion of the
operation or component in the order or network.
You can reset the deletion indicator only via the relevant order or
network.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06433 - This item only changeable via the associated production order ?

  The SAP error message 06433, which states "This item only changeable via the associated production order," typically occurs in the context of production planning and order management. This error indicates that you are trying to make changes to a component or item in a production order that is not allowed directly in the context of the document you are working with. Instead, changes must be made through the associated production order.
  Cause:
  
  Item Status: The item you are trying to change is linked to a production order, and its status does not allow for direct changes in the current transaction (e.g., in a sales order or a purchase order).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types in SAP have restrictions on how items can be modified. For example, components of a production order can only be modified through the production order itself.
  Integration with Production Orders: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and ensure that changes to production-related items are managed through the appropriate production order to avoid inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Access the Production Order: To make changes to the item, you need to navigate to the associated production order. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order).
  Modify the Item in the Production Order: Once you are in the production order, you can make the necessary changes to the components or items as required.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the production order. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  Review Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error and it disrupts your workflow, consider reviewing the configuration settings related to production orders and item management to see if adjustments can be made to better suit your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on production order management and item handling.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for managing production orders and associated items to minimize errors and improve efficiency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and make the necessary changes to your production-related items.