How To Fix CO814 - Order type & for routing type & in plant & without order category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Order type & for routing type & in plant & without order category

What causes this issue?

Costing uses the order type &V1& which is not defined in customizing
for production activity control. This inconsistency could not be
caused when the customizing was maintained. It can be due to the fact
that individual tables were copied from one client into another, for
example.

System Response

Costing for this assembly is cancelled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO814 - Order type & for routing type & in plant & without order category ?

  The SAP error message CO814 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of order types and routing in the context of production planning and control. The message format suggests that there is a problem with the specified order type, routing type, and plant, particularly when there is no order category defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The order type or routing type may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing entries in the configuration tables or incorrect settings.
  Order Category: The error indicates that there is no order category defined for the specified order type. This is essential for the system to understand how to process the order.
  Routing Issues: The routing type may not be valid for the specified order type or plant, leading to inconsistencies in how the system processes production orders.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The plant may not have the necessary settings or configurations to support the specified order and routing types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for order types in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8).
  Ensure that the order type is correctly defined and that it has a valid order category assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Routing Type:
  
  Check the routing type settings in the system (Transaction code: CA01/CA02).
  Ensure that the routing type is valid for the order type and that it is properly assigned to the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Assign Order Category:
  
  If the order category is missing, you will need to assign a valid order category to the order type in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant has the necessary configurations to support the order and routing types being used. This may involve checking the plant-specific settings in the production planning module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the configuration of order types and routing types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by creating a new order to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OPL8 (Order Type Configuration), CA01 (Create Routing), and CA02 (Change Routing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CO814 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to order types and routing configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed guides on production order management and routing configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning.