How To Fix APO_BAPI066 - Status does not allow orders to be changed (&1)

APO_BAPI066 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Status does not allow orders to be changed (&1)

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change an order or part of an order. This is not
possible because the order (or part of the order) has a status that
does not permit further changes.
"Parts of an order" refers to operations or activities in a production
order for example, as these have a status at order header level and at
operation/activity level.

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?

Check whether it is possible to make changes with the order status.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI066 - Status does not allow orders to be changed (&1) ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI066 with the description "Status does not allow orders to be changed (&1)" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to modify an order that is in a status that does not permit changes. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when the order is already completed, canceled, or in a locked state.
  Causes:
  
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as "Completed," "Canceled," or "Locked."
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or configurations may restrict changes to orders based on their current status.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the order in its current status.
  Integration Issues: If the order is integrated with other systems (like SAP ERP), the status may be influenced by processes in those systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Review the status of the order in question.