How To Fix CO170 - Order & cannot be printed due to system status "deleted"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Order & cannot be printed due to system status "deleted"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO170 - Order & cannot be printed due to system status "deleted" ?

  The SAP error message CO170 indicates that a production order cannot be printed because its system status is set to "deleted." This typically means that the order has been marked for deletion and is no longer considered active in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Order Deletion: The production order has been marked as deleted in the system. This can happen if the order was completed and subsequently flagged for deletion.
  Status Management: The order status may have been changed due to business processes, such as completion of production or manual intervention by users.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that automatically set certain orders to a deleted status under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Status: 
  
  Navigate to the production order in question using transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order).
  Check the status of the order to confirm it is marked as "deleted."
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Order:
  
  If the order needs to be printed and is still relevant, you may need to change its status back to a printable state. This can typically be done using transaction code CO02 (Change Production Order) if the order is still within a permissible state for changes.
  If the order is permanently deleted, you may need to create a new order or consult with your SAP administrator for further options.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to production order statuses in your SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team to understand why the order was marked as deleted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to production order management for additional insights on handling deleted orders.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of production orders. If not, you may need to contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address issues related to production order statuses and printing.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in production order management are trained on the implications of marking orders for deletion and the processes for handling such orders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for more specific guidance tailored to your system's configuration.