How To Fix APO_BAPI067 - Order change with external name (no GUID) only for active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Order change with external name (no GUID) only for active version

What causes this issue?

You tried to address an order using an external number (to change or
delete). This is only possible in the active planning version.

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?

Use the order GUID to address the order in anything other than the
active planning version.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI067 - Order change with external name (no GUID) only for active version ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI067 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to change an order using an external name without providing a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). This error indicates that the system requires a unique identifier to process the order change, and it can only be done for the active version of the order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GUID: The primary cause of this error is that the order change request is being made using an external name (like a material number or order number) without providing the corresponding GUID.
  Inactive Version: The error may also arise if the order being referenced is not in the active version. Changes can only be made to orders that are currently active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the APO system or the way the BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) is being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide GUID: Ensure that the order change request includes the correct GUID for the order. You can retrieve the GUID by querying the order details in the system.
  Check Active Version: Verify that the order you are trying to change is in the active version. If it is not, you may need to activate it or work with the correct version.
  Use Correct BAPI: Make sure you are using the appropriate BAPI for the operation you are trying to perform. The BAPI should be designed to handle the order changes correctly.
  Review Input Parameters: Double-check the input parameters being passed to the BAPI to ensure they are correct and complete.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the required parameters and their formats.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Look into the SAP BAPI documentation for BAPI_ORDER_CHANGE or any relevant BAPI you are using to understand the required fields and their formats.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into specific bugs or configuration issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/ORDR to view and manage orders in APO, which can help in troubleshooting.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the BAPI call to see the exact parameters being passed and where the failure occurs.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully change the order in SAP APO.