How To Fix IAOM_CPROJECTS006 - Enter a CO scenario for the "internal order" method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAOM_CPROJECTS - Cost and Revenue Controlling for cProjects

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Enter a CO scenario for the "internal order" method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAOM_CPROJECTS006 - Enter a CO scenario for the "internal order" method ?

  The SAP error message IAOM_CPROJECTS006 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the internal order method in the context of CO (Controlling) scenarios for project management. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or manage a project and the system requires a specific CO scenario to be defined for the internal order method.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined CO scenario for the internal order method in the configuration settings. This can happen if:
  
  The internal order method is not properly set up in the system.
  The necessary configuration for the CO scenario is missing or incomplete.
  The project type you are working with does not have a corresponding CO scenario defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a CO scenario is defined for the internal order method. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Project System (PS) and Controlling (CO).
  
  
  
  Define CO Scenarios:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Project System > Integration with Controlling > Define CO Scenarios for Project Management.
  Check if there is an existing CO scenario for the internal order method. If not, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify CO Scenario:
  
  If a CO scenario does not exist, create a new one by specifying the necessary parameters for the internal order method.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements for your project type.
  
  
  
  Assign CO Scenario to Project Type:
  
  Ensure that the CO scenario is assigned to the relevant project type that you are working with. This can usually be done in the project type configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or manage the project again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG.
  CJ20N: Project Builder, where you can manage projects.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring CO scenarios and project types.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consulting SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IAOM_CPROJECTS006 error and successfully configure the internal order method for your project management needs in SAP.