How To Fix IM066 - Sales order creation is not possible for this notification type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Sales order creation is not possible for this notification type

What causes this issue?

No sales order type has been assigned to the notification type.

You can assign a sales document type to the notification type in
Customizing, which determines which order type can be created for n
otifications of this type.

System Response

The system does not let you perform the function <LS>Create sales order
</> for this notification type.

How to fix this error?

If you still want to create a sales order for this notification,
maintain the relevant settings in Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM066 - Sales order creation is not possible for this notification type ?

  The SAP error message IM066, which states "Sales order creation is not possible for this notification type," typically occurs when you are trying to create a sales order from a notification that is not configured to allow such an action. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS).
  Causes:
  
  Notification Type Configuration: The notification type you are using may not be set up to allow the creation of sales orders. Each notification type can have specific settings that determine what actions can be taken.
  Status of the Notification: The status of the notification may not permit the creation of a sales order. For example, if the notification is not in a status that allows further processing, this error can occur.
  Missing Customizing Settings: There may be missing or incorrect customizing settings in the SAP system that prevent the creation of sales orders from