How To Fix EEWMSERVICE406 - Order &1 already has a higher-level order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMSERVICE - IS-U Work Management: Service

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Order &1 already has a higher-level order

What causes this issue?

You want to attach the order &V1& to an existing order hierarchy,
although this already has a higher-level order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select an order that does not yet have a higher-level order.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMSERVICE406 - Order &1 already has a higher-level order ?

  The SAP error message EEWMSERVICE406 indicates that there is an issue with the order hierarchy in the system. Specifically, it means that the order you are trying to process (denoted as &1) already has a higher-level order assigned to it. This situation typically arises in scenarios where orders are structured in a parent-child relationship, and the system is enforcing the integrity of that hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Hierarchy: The order you are trying to create or modify is already linked to a higher-level order, which prevents it from being processed as a standalone order.
  Incorrect Order Assignment: There may have been an error in the assignment of orders, where an order was incorrectly set as a child of another order.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues in the system, such as inconsistencies in the order management data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Hierarchy: Review the order hierarchy in the system to confirm that the order in question is indeed linked to a higher-level order. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or IW33 (Display Maintenance Order) to view the order details.
  Modify Order Assignment: If the order is incorrectly assigned, you may need to change the assignment. This can involve either unassigning the order from the higher-level order or reassigning it correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing order hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for order management, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to order management and hierarchy errors.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify order assignments, as restrictions may lead to errors when attempting to change order hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.