How To Fix CMMFDOR_ORD_BRACKET036 - Order request &1 is in draft mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMFDOR_ORD_BRACKET - Commodity Derivative Order Bracket Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Order request &1 is in draft mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMFDOR_ORD_BRACKET036 - Order request &1 is in draft mode ?

  The SAP error message CMMFDOR_ORD_BRACKET036 indicates that the order request you are trying to process is currently in "draft mode." This means that the order has not yet been finalized or released for further processing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Draft Status: The order request is saved in a draft state, which prevents it from being processed further until it is finalized.
  Incomplete Data: The order may be missing required information or approvals that are necessary to move it out of draft mode.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the order from draft to active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Finalize the Order: 
  
  Navigate to the order request in the SAP system.
  Check for any options to "Complete" or "Finalize" the order. This may involve filling in missing information or confirming details.
  Save the changes to move the order out of draft mode.
  
  
  
  Check for Required Fields: 
  
  Review the order for any mandatory fields that may not have been filled out. Ensure all required information is provided.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: 
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the order. If not, contact your SAP administrator or relevant authority to obtain the required access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for specific steps on how to handle draft orders.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing order requests, such as:
  
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the order processing workflow in SAP to minimize the occurrence of draft-related issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and successfully process the order request.