How To Fix APO_BAPI120 - Parameter &1 cannot be used for order type &2

APO_BAPI120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Parameter &1 cannot be used for order type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI120 - Parameter &1 cannot be used for order type &2 ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI120 with the description "Parameter &1 cannot be used for order type &2" typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the parameters being passed to a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) related to order processing.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Parameter: The parameter you are trying to use is not valid for the specified order type. Each order type in SAP has specific parameters that are applicable, and using an incorrect parameter can trigger this error.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that do not align with the parameters being used. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the order type configuration.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being passed to the BAPI may not be consistent or valid for the order type specified. This could