How To Fix I3057 - Order type & is not suitable for repair processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I3 - PM Order Management and PM/SD Interface

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Order type & is not suitable for repair processing

What causes this issue?

You have selected an order type that is not suitable for return
material authorization.
An order type is only suitable for return material authorization if the
following three conditions are met:

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

the order is a service order
the order is not revenue-producing
the order has a refurbishment indicator

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

You must perform the following settings in Customizing:
Set order types
The order is a service order.
The 'revenue postings' indicator is not set.
Set the refurbishment indicator in order types for refurbishment
processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I3057 - Order type & is not suitable for repair processing ?

  The SAP error message I3057 ("Order type & is not suitable for repair processing") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when you attempt to perform a repair operation on an order type that is not configured to support repair processing.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type you are trying to use for repair processing is not set up in the system to handle repair operations. This could be due to the order type being designated for other purposes (e.g., production orders, maintenance orders) that do not include repair processing.
  Missing Settings: The necessary settings for repair processing may not be activated for the specific order type in the configuration settings.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform repair processing on that order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for order types in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8 for PM or OPL9 for PP).
  Verify that the order type you are using is configured to allow repair processing. Look for settings related to repair processing and ensure they are activated.
  
  
  
  Modify Order Type:
  
  If the order type is not suitable for repair processing, you may need to create a new order type that is configured for repairs or modify the existing one to include repair processing capabilities.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about how to change the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant who can assist in making the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the repair processing has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Review SAP documentation or training materials related to order types and repair processing to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IW31: Create Work Order
  IW32: Change Work Order
  IW33: Display Work Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message I3057 and successfully process repairs in SAP.