How To Fix CO083 - Order type & has internal number assignment (entry not required)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Order type & has internal number assignment (entry not required)

What causes this issue?

You have entered an order number, ben the the order type of the order
specifies internal number assignment (i.e. assignment by the system).

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?

Do not enter a number. The sytem will automatically assign a number to
the order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO083 - Order type & has internal number assignment (entry not required) ?

  The SAP error message CO083 indicates that you are trying to create or modify a production order with an order type that has internal number assignment. This means that the system automatically generates the order number, and you are not required to enter one manually.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to manually enter an order number for a production order that is configured to use internal number assignment.
  The order type you are using is set up in the system to automatically generate numbers, and the system does not allow manual entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Do Not Enter an Order Number: When creating a new production order, leave the order number field blank. The system will automatically generate the order number for you.
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction code OMJJ or SPRO.
  Navigate to Production ? Order ? Order Types ? Define Order Types.
  Verify that the order type you are using is indeed set to "Internal Number Assignment".
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure you are using the correct transaction for creating production orders. For example, use CO01 for creating a production order, which will automatically handle the number assignment.
  
  
  Review User Input: If you are using a custom program or transaction, ensure that it does not force the entry of an order number when it should not.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Order Types: Different order types in SAP can have different configurations regarding number assignment. Common order types include production orders, process orders, and maintenance orders.
  Number Ranges: Internal number assignment is typically linked to number ranges defined in the system. You can check the number range settings in transaction SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to production order management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO083 error and successfully create or modify your production orders in SAP.