How To Fix CO546 - Select a material-related order as a reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Select a material-related order as a reference

What causes this issue?

You want to create an order for a material. You want to use order &V1&
as a reference. This is not possible, since the reference order (&V1&)
was created without a material.

How to fix this error?

Select a reference order that was created for a material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO546 - Select a material-related order as a reference ?

  The SAP error message CO546 ("Select a material-related order as a reference") typically occurs in the context of production orders, process orders, or other order types that are related to materials in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a reference order that is specifically linked to a material, but the selected order does not meet this criterion.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order you are trying to use as a reference may not be a material-related order. For example, it could be a maintenance order or a project order that does not have a direct link to a material.
  Missing Material Assignment: The order may not have a material assigned to it, which is necessary for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Order Status: The status of the order may not allow it to be used as a reference. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, it may not be eligible.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the types of orders that can be referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Valid Order: Ensure that you are selecting a production order, process order, or another type of order that is directly related to a material. Check the order type and its attributes.
  Check Material Assignment: Verify that the order you are trying to reference has a material assigned to it. You can do this by checking the order details in the SAP system.
  Review Order Status: Make sure that the order is in a status that allows it to be referenced. If the order is completed or closed, you may need to select a different order.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect that there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings related to order types and material assignments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on production orders and their configurations.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of order selection.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.