How To Fix CO293 - Material availability check cannot be carried out

CO293 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Material availability check cannot be carried out

What causes this issue?

The function 'check material availability' has been triggered either
manually or automatically (during order creation/order release).
However, the order type used does not allow availability checks.

How to fix this error?

To carry out availability checks, set the corresponding parameters in
the customizing menu for shop floor control.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO293 - Material availability check cannot be carried out ?

  The SAP error message CO293, "Material availability check cannot be carried out," typically occurs during the production planning or order processing stages when the system is unable to perform a material availability check for a specific production order or planned order. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of CO293 Error
  
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material in question may not have been set up correctly in the material master. This includes missing or incorrect data in the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) views.
  
  
  MRP Type Issues: The material may have an inappropriate MRP type that does not allow for availability checks. For example, if the MRP type is set to "ND" (no planning), the system will not perform an availability check.
  
  
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location. If the material is not