How To Fix IH097 - The display function is not possible for order category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 097

• Message text: The display function is not possible for order category &

What causes this issue?

The function that you chose is only possible for the following order
categories:
<ZH>10</> (production order)
<ZH>20</> (network)
<ZH>30</> (maintenance order)
<ZH>40</> (process order)

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH097 - The display function is not possible for order category & ?

  The SAP error message IH097 ("The display function is not possible for order category &") typically occurs when you attempt to display an order that is not supported for the display function in the context of the order category specified. This can happen in various modules, such as Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP), where different order categories have different functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Order Category Restrictions: The order category you are trying to display may not have a display function available. For example, certain order types may be restricted from being displayed due to their status or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to display the specific order category.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain order categories are not allowed to be displayed due to business rules or settings in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Category: Verify the order category you are trying to display. Ensure that it is a valid category that supports display functions.
  Review User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to display the order. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the specific order category in transaction codes like OPL8 (for order types) or OPL9 (for order categories) to ensure that display functions are enabled.
  Use Alternative Transactions: If the order cannot be displayed using the standard display function, consider using alternative transactions or reports that may provide the necessary information.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW33 (Display Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), or others depending on the context of the order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional insights into the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to order management and the specific module you are working with for more detailed information on order categories and their functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IH097 error message in SAP.