How To Fix IG240 - No proposals are possible without reference object in order

IG240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IG - Permits (Maintenance of Master Data, Classification)

• Message number: 240

• Message text: No proposals are possible without reference object in order

What causes this issue?

You want to select a permit from the proposals in the object structure.
However, no reference object has been assigned to the order. As a
result, there is also no object structure, which could propose the
permits.

System Response

The function cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

IG240 - Details

• The SAP error message IG240 "No proposals are possible without reference object in order" typically occurs in the context of production planning or order management when the system is unable to generate proposals for a specific order due to the absence of a reference object. This reference object could be a material, a production order, or another relevant entity that the system needs to create or process proposals.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The order does not have a reference object defined, which is necessary for the system to generate proposals.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type may not be configured correctly to allow for proposals.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., material master, BOM, routing).
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not support the generation of proposals for the specific order type or scenario.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to