How To Fix 25213 - Only choose partial orders with the status 'MA' or 'AS'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Only choose partial orders with the status 'MA' or 'AS'.

What causes this issue?

You want to start the distribution manually from the distribution log.
You can only include partial orders either with the status 'MA' or with
the status 'AS' in a distribution order.

System Response

You can only select partial orders with either only the status 'MA' or
only the status 'AS'.

How to fix this error?

Choose partial orders either only with the status 'MA' or only with
the status 'AS'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25213 - Only choose partial orders with the status 'MA' or 'AS'. ?

  The SAP error message 25213, which states "Only choose partial orders with the status 'MA' or 'AS'," typically occurs in the context of processing partial deliveries or orders in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is enforcing a restriction on the selection of orders based on their status.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to select or process a partial order that does not have the appropriate status. In this case, the statuses 'MA' (for "Partial Delivery Allowed") and 'AS' (for "Partially Delivered") are required for the order to be eligible for the operation you are trying to perform. If the order is in a different status, the system will prevent you from proceeding.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order you are trying to process. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., VA03 for sales orders) and checking the order details.
  
  
  Change Order Status: If the order is not in the required status ('MA' or 'AS'), you may need to change its status. This could involve:
  
  Completing any necessary prior steps in the order processing.
  Ensuring that the order is marked as partially delivered if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings related to order processing in your SAP system. Ensure that the statuses are correctly defined and that the business processes align with the system's requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on order statuses and their implications.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Order Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various order status codes in SAP and their meanings. This can help you understand why certain orders are not eligible for processing.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to order processing include:
  
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling order statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.