How To Fix ERP_CO_OLC_E054 - No operation selected, or selected operation is a suboperation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_CO_OLC_E - Messages for Operative Level Costing

• Message number: 054

• Message text: No operation selected, or selected operation is a suboperation

What causes this issue?

No operation selected or the selected operation is a suboperation

System Response

You have selected a function you want the system to carry out on one or
more operations, but either you have not selected an operation or the
selected operation is a suboperation. Note that suboperations cannot
have a settlement rule.

How to fix this error?

Select at least one operation that is not a suboperation, then select
the function again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E054 - No operation selected, or selected operation is a suboperation ?

  The SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E054 indicates that no operation has been selected, or the selected operation is a suboperation. This error typically occurs in the context of production order processing, particularly when working with operations in a routing or production order.
  Cause:
  
  No Operation Selected: This can happen if the user attempts to perform an action (like confirming a production order) without selecting a specific operation.
  Suboperation Selected: If the operation selected is a suboperation, the system may not allow certain actions to be performed on it. Suboperations are typically used for detailed scheduling and may not be relevant for certain processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Valid Operation: Ensure that you have selected a valid operation that is not a suboperation. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the operations list in the production order or routing.
  Selecting a main operation instead of a suboperation.
  
  
  
  Check Routing and Operations: Review the routing associated with the production order to ensure that the operations are correctly defined. Make sure that the operations you are trying to work with are set up properly in the routing.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform actions on the selected operations. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the operations and their configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to properly set up and select operations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO15 (Confirm Production Order) to navigate through the production order processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Support: If this error is frequent, consider providing training for users on how to properly select operations in production orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ERP_CO_OLC_E054 error and continue with your production order processing.