How To Fix CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER336 - Expiration Instruction Category GT not found in customizing data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER - Commodity Derivative Order Requests Messages

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Expiration Instruction Category GT not found in customizing data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER336 - Expiration Instruction Category GT not found in customizing data ?

  The SAP error message CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER336 indicates that there is an issue with the expiration instruction category for a specific order type in the system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a corresponding expiration instruction category in the customizing settings, which is necessary for processing the order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Data: The expiration instruction category (in this case, "GT") is not defined in the customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the order type may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the required expiration instruction.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that link the order type to the expiration instruction category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for managing expiration instructions. This is usually found under:
  
  Logistics > Production > Production Planning > Control > Expiration Date Management > Define Expiration Instructions.
  
  
  Verify if the expiration instruction category "GT" exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Expiration Instruction:
  
  If "GT" is missing, create a new expiration instruction with the necessary parameters.
  Ensure that the new instruction is correctly linked to the relevant order types.
  
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the order type that is generating the error.
  Ensure that it is correctly set up to use the appropriate expiration instruction category.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the order processing again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to expiration date management and order processing to understand the implications of expiration instructions.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CMMFDOR_DRVTV_ORDER336 and ensure that your SAP system can process orders with the appropriate expiration instructions.