How To Fix CO_MES_INT000 - Order type &1 not defined in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO_MES_INT - Integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Order type &1 not defined in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO_MES_INT000 - Order type &1 not defined in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message CO_MES_INT000 "Order type &1 not defined in plant &2" typically occurs in the context of production order processing or when integrating with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). This error indicates that the specified order type is not configured for the specified plant in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The order type specified in the error message is not defined in the configuration for the specified plant. This could happen if the order type was never set up for that plant or if it was inadvertently deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or integration process.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The order type may be defined in the system but not assigned to the specific plant mentioned in the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OPL8 (Order Type Configuration) in SAP.
  Verify if the order type (denoted by &1 in the error message) is defined for the specified plant (denoted by &2).
  If it is not defined, you will need to create or configure the order type for that plant.
  
  
  
  Define Order Type for Plant:
  
  If the order type is missing, you can create it by using the transaction code OPL8 and following the necessary steps to define the order type for the specific plant.
  Ensure that all relevant settings (like status profiles, control parameters, etc.) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that the order type and plant codes are correctly entered in the transaction or integration interface. Look for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides for your specific SAP version to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring order types.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal or your organization's internal documentation for best practices on configuring order types and plants.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.