How To Fix AO227 - Order &1 already exists and is now assigned

AO227 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Order &1 already exists and is now assigned

What causes this issue?

You want the appropriation request to have the same number as the
internal order, and have chosen the 'create order' function.
Order &V1& already exists and has the same number as appropriation
request &V1&. The system now assigns the order to the appropriation
request. It does not create a new order.

System Response

When you press <ZH>Enter</> the system assigns the order to the
appropriation request.

How to fix this error?

Confirm this function.
Check order &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO227 - Order &1 already exists and is now assigned ?

  The SAP error message AO227 ("Order &1 already exists and is now assigned") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or when dealing with internal orders in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or assign an order that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Order Creation: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to create a new order with an identifier that is already in use.
  Incorrect Assignment: The system may be trying to assign an order to a transaction or a master record that already has that order assigned.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors or incorrect configuration settings can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Orders: Verify if the order number mentioned in the error message already exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like KO03 (Display Order) or KOB1 (Order Line Items).
  Use a Different Order Number: