How To Fix 61033 - Planned order & cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Planned order & cannot be converted

What causes this issue?

The indicator that allows a planned order to be converted into a
purchase order or a production order has not been set in this planned
order.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61033 - Planned order & cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message "61033 Planned order & cannot be converted" typically occurs when there are issues preventing the conversion of a planned order into a production order. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The material master, bill of materials (BOM), or routing may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Capacity Constraints: The work center may not have enough capacity available to accommodate the planned order.
  Status of the Planned Order: The planned order may be in a status that does not allow conversion (e.g., it may be marked for deletion).
  Date Issues: The planned order dates may be outside the permissible range for conversion.
  Material Availability: There may be insufficient stock or components required for the planned order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the conversion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the material master, BOM, and routing are correctly set up and active.
  Review Work Center Capacity: Check the capacity of the work center to ensure it can handle the planned order. Adjust capacity or reschedule the order if necessary.
  Check Planned Order Status: Ensure that the planned order is not marked for deletion and is in a status that allows conversion.
  Adjust Dates: Make sure that the planned order dates are within the acceptable range for conversion.
  Check Material Availability: Ensure that all required materials and components are available in stock.
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that there are no settings preventing the conversion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to check the status of the planned order and related materials.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the specific cause of the error.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on planned orders and their conversion processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning.