How To Fix CO142 - Maintain plant, order type and operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Maintain plant, order type and operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO142 - Maintain plant, order type and operation ?

  The SAP error message CO142 ("Maintain plant, order type and operation") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when there is an issue with the configuration of the order type or the operation in the system. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified plant and order type combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the order type has not been properly configured for the specified plant in the system.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be valid for the operation or plant you are trying to use.
  Plant Not Assigned: The plant may not be assigned to the order type in the configuration settings.
  Operation Not Defined: The operation you are trying to use may not be defined for the specified order type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CO142 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OPL8 (Order Type Configuration) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Production ? Shop Floor Control ? Order Types ? Define Order Types.
  Ensure that the order type you are using is correctly configured for the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Assign Plant to Order Type:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if the plant is assigned to the order type.
  If not, you will need to add the plant to the order type configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Operation Settings:
  
  Check if the operation you are trying to use is defined for the order type.
  You can do this by navigating to the operation details in the routing or production version.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom configurations, ensure that they are correctly set up and do not conflict with standard settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the configuration of order types and operations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order) to test the changes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to order types and plant configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.