How To Fix CO544 - Order is created using the reference plant (plant &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Order is created using the reference plant (plant &1)

What causes this issue?

You specified plant &V2&. The plant of the reference order is &V1&.

System Response

The order is created using the plant of the reference order (&V1&).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO544 - Order is created using the reference plant (plant &1) ?

  The SAP error message CO544 indicates that an order is being created using a reference plant that is not allowed or is not set up correctly in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of production orders, process orders, or similar transactions where a reference plant is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Plant Configuration: The reference plant specified in the order creation process may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect data in the plant configuration.
  Plant Assignment: The material or product being used in the order may not be assigned to the reference plant, leading to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create orders for the specified reference plant.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect plant-specific data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Plant Configuration: Verify the configuration of the reference plant in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place, including production resources, work centers, and routing.
  Material Assignment: Ensure that the material being used in the order is assigned to the reference plant. You can check this in the material master data (transaction MM03).
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create orders for the reference plant.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the material and ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained for the reference plant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to the reference plant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CO01 (Create Production Order), or OX10 (Maintain Plant) to check configurations and data.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CO544 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.