CO462 - Order type &, plant &: Checking rule missing (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Order type &, plant &: Checking rule missing (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You need to specify the checking group for the availability check for
the order type &V1& in plant &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the checking group for the appropriate plant, order type and
key (business operation):
Key <ZH>1</>:,,Controls availability checks
,,,,- during order creation (automatic checks)
,,,,- for orders not yet released (manual checks)
Key <ZH>2</>:,,Controls availability checks
,,,,- during order release (automatic checks)
,,,,- for orders (partially) released (manual checks)
<DS:TRAN.OPJK>Calling up Customizing</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO462 - Order type &, plant &: Checking rule missing (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message CO462 indicates that there is a missing checking rule for a specific order type and plant combination in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of production orders or internal orders. This error typically arises when trying to create or process an order, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration to validate the order type against the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The checking rule for the specified order type and plant has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be valid for the specified plant.
  Customizing Issues: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to order types and plants in the Controlling module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CO462 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Order -> Order Types -> Define Order Types.
  Ensure that the order type in question is correctly configured for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Define Checking Rules:
  
  In the same IMG path, look for the section related to checking rules for order types.
  Ensure that there is a checking rule defined for the combination of the order type and plant you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Validity of Order Type:
  
  Verify that the order type you are using is valid for the plant. You can do this by checking the order type settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the long text of the error message for additional details on what might be missing or misconfigured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like CO01 (Create Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to test the order creation process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify order types and related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module consultant for further assistance.