How To Fix C6008 - No valid order items exist for order &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C6 - Messages PPC orders service routines

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No valid order items exist for order &

What causes this issue?

You want to post goods receipts to an order, but the system cannot find
any valid items.

System Response

Goods receipts cannot be posted for orders without goods receipt items.

How to fix this error?

Check in the order header on the 'Goods receipt' tab page that the goods
receipt indicator
(AFPO-WEPOS ) has been set. If this indicator is not set, check the
settlement rule of the order and set this indicator subsequently.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:TRAN.CO03>Display Production Order</>
<DS:TRAN.COR3>Display Process Order</>
If you have activated the Enterprise Business Function
LOG_LE_INTEGRATION, additionally check whether the plant/storage
location combination of an order item has been assigned to an
EWM-managed warehouse and whether the posting of a goods receipt in ERP
for a production order or process order is allowed.

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 C6008 - No valid order items exist for order & ?

  The SAP error message C6008 ("No valid order items exist for order &") typically occurs when you are trying to process an order (such as a production order, purchase order, or sales order) that does not have any valid items associated with it. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Order Deletion: The order may have been deleted or archived, leading to the absence of valid items.
  Order Status: The order might be in a status that does not allow processing (e.g., closed, completed, or canceled).
  Item Deletion: All items associated with the order may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the order's configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the order items.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order in the system. If it is closed or canceled, you may need to create a new order or reopen it if possible.
  Review Order Items: Go to the order details and check if there are any items listed. If not, you may need to recreate the order or add items to it.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any issues with the order or its items. This may involve checking for orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and process the order. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Recreate the Order: If the order is indeed invalid or has been deleted, consider creating a new order with the required items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO03 for displaying production orders.
  ME23N for displaying purchase orders.
  VA03 for displaying sales orders.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, SD, PP) to understand the order processing workflow better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.