How To Fix I0506 - Order type & is not supported for planning plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I0 - Messages for PM tables

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Order type & is not supported for planning plant &

What causes this issue?

<GL:order_type>Order type</> &V1& has been created in your system for
<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance orders</> but it has not been defined
for planning plant &V2&.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

If you want to use order type &V1& for planning plant &V2&, you will
have to maintain the settings using the customizing function.

If you want to use a different order type, display the entries valid in
your system by placing the cursor on the appropriate field and pressing
the button for the possible entries in the standard toolbar.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I0506 - Order type & is not supported for planning plant & ?

  The SAP error message I0506 indicates that the order type specified is not supported for the planning plant in question. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control (PP) when trying to create or process an order that is not compatible with the settings of the planning plant.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type you are trying to use may not be configured for the specific planning plant in the system. Each order type can have specific settings that determine its applicability to different plants.
  Plant Settings: The planning plant may not have the necessary configurations or master data set up to support the specified order type.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or process the order type in the specified planning plant.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might restrict the use of certain order types for specific plants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for order types in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8 for production orders).
  Verify that the order type is correctly configured for the planning plant you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the planning plant has the necessary settings and master data (like material master, work center, etc.) that are compatible with the order type.
  Check if the order type is allowed for the specific planning plant in the configuration.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the order type in the specified planning plant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or notes related to the specific order type and planning plant to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  OPU1: Define Order Types
  OPU2: Define Order Type for Production Orders
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error I0506 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Production Planning and Control for more detailed information on order types and planning plants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.