How To Fix CO305 - & planned orders have been converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: & planned orders have been converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO305 - & planned orders have been converted ?

  The SAP error message CO305 typically indicates an issue related to the conversion of planned orders into production orders. This error can occur in the context of production planning and control within the SAP system, particularly when there are inconsistencies or issues with the planned orders that prevent them from being successfully converted.
  Cause of CO305 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The planned order may be missing essential data, such as material availability, routing information, or work center assignments.
  
  
  Capacity Constraints: There may be capacity issues in the work center that prevent the planned order from being converted into a production order.
  
  
  Material Availability: The required materials for the planned order may not be available in the required quantities.
  
  
  Status of Planned Order: The planned order may be in a status that does not allow conversion (e.g., it may be marked for deletion or already converted).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the production planning module that are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution to CO305 Error
  
  
  Check Planned Order Data: Review the planned order for completeness. Ensure that all necessary data is filled in, including material, quantity, and dates.
  
  
  Review Material Availability: Use transaction code MD04 to check the availability of materials required for the planned order. Ensure that the materials are available in the required quantities.
  
  
  Check Work Center Capacity: Use transaction code CM01 or CM21 to check the capacity of the work center. Ensure that there is enough capacity to accommodate the planned order.
  
  
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the planned order to ensure it is eligible for conversion. If it is marked for deletion or already converted, you may need to create a new planned order.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the production planning module. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on the CO305 error and its resolution.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), CO01 (Create Production Order), and CO02 (Change Production Order) for managing production orders.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CO305 error. SAP Notes can provide specific solutions or workarounds.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the planned orders can be converted successfully without errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO305 error and implement a solution to resolve it.