How To Fix CO474 - Order creation for standard product only allowed via planned order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Order creation for standard product only allowed via planned order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO474 - Order creation for standard product only allowed via planned order ?

  The SAP error message CO474 ("Order creation for standard product only allowed via planned order") typically occurs when you attempt to create a production order directly for a standard product that is configured to only allow order creation through planned orders. This is a common scenario in environments where production planning is tightly controlled and managed through planned orders to ensure proper scheduling and resource allocation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Standard Product Configuration: The product in question is defined as a standard product in the system, which means it is set up to only allow production orders to be created from planned orders.
  Order Type Restrictions: The order type you are trying to use may not be compatible with direct order creation for standard products.
  Missing Planned Order: There may not be an existing planned order for the product, which is required to create a production order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Create a Planned Order: Instead of trying to create a production