How To Fix AP104 - Order &1 is not an internal order/maintenance order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Order &1 is not an internal order/maintenance order

What causes this issue?

You tried to attach an order to an investment program position. This is
only allowed for internal orders and maintenance orders.
The order you entered, however, is neither an internal order nor a
maintenance order.

System Response

The function is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Attach only internal orders or maintenance orders to investment program
positions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP104 - Order &1 is not an internal order/maintenance order ?

  The SAP error message AP104 indicates that the order you are trying to process is not recognized as a valid internal order or maintenance order. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when attempting to post costs, create a settlement, or perform other operations related to internal orders.
  Causes of Error AP104
  
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order number you are using may not be an internal order or maintenance order. It could be a different type of order (e.g., a production order or a sales order).
  
  
  Order Not Created: The order may not have been created in the system, or it may have been deleted or archived.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified order.
  
  
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., closed or completed).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the order from being recognized as a valid internal order.
  
  
  Solutions to Error AP104
  
  
  Verify Order Type: Check the order number you are using to ensure it is indeed an internal order or maintenance order. You can do this by using transaction codes like KO03 (Display Internal Order) or IW33 (Display Maintenance Order).
  
  
  Check Order Existence: Confirm that the order exists in the system. You can search for the order using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the order. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Check Order Status: Review the status of the order to ensure it is open and available for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that internal orders are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  KO02: Change Internal Order
  IW33: Display Maintenance Order
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error AP104 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on internal orders and maintenance orders for a better understanding of their setup and usage.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.