How To Fix ERP_CO_OLC_E081 - Order with cap.inv.prog.position and WBS element in operation not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_CO_OLC_E - Messages for Operative Level Costing

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Order with cap.inv.prog.position and WBS element in operation not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign an order to a position of the capital investment
program. However, order operations are already assigned to a WBS element
of a project. See operation &V1& and further operations if necessary.

System Response

This assignment is not accepted, since it is not possible to assign an
order or order operations to capital investment program position and WBS
element at the same time.

How to fix this error?

Check the assignments of your order and amend them where necessary.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E081 - Order with cap.inv.prog.position and WBS element in operation not allowed ?

  The SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E081 indicates that there is an issue with an order that has a capacity planning indicator and a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element assigned to an operation. This error typically arises in the context of controlling and project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with production orders or project orders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Incompatibility of Order Types: The order type you are trying to use may not support the combination of capacity planning and WBS elements. For example, certain order types are designed for specific purposes and may not allow for WBS elements to be assigned if they are set up for capacity planning.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for the combination of capacity planning and WBS elements. This could be due to settings in the order type configuration or in the controlling area settings.
  Incorrect Assignment: The WBS element may not be correctly assigned to the operation or may not be valid for the order type being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Order > Order Types.
  Verify if the order type allows for WBS elements and capacity planning. Adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review WBS Element Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the WBS element is correctly assigned to the operation in the order.
  Check if the WBS element is valid and active in the project structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific order type and its capabilities regarding WBS elements and capacity planning.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Order Types:
  
  If the current order type does not support the required functionality, consider using a different order type that allows for both capacity planning and WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and assignments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CJ20N (Project Builder), and CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) for managing orders and projects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.