How To Fix IP676 - Order type not allowed for the maintenance plan category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Order type not allowed for the maintenance plan category

What causes this issue?

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

You have maintained an order type as the default value that allows
revenue postings for the service product used in the outline agreement
item. However, only non-revenue-bearing order types are allowed for the
maintenance plan category 'For outline agreement item'.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the default values for the service product used in Table T339A.
(Generated table maintenance: V_T399A_MP). You may not select a
revenue-bearing order type.
Alternatively, change the order type used in such a way that revenue
postings are no longer allowed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP676 - Order type not allowed for the maintenance plan category ?

  The SAP error message IP676 ("Order type not allowed for the maintenance plan category") typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the order type defined in the maintenance plan and the order type settings in the system. This error is often encountered when trying to create or execute a maintenance plan that is linked to a specific order type that is not permitted for the maintenance plan category being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type Configuration: The order type assigned to the maintenance plan is not allowed for the category of the maintenance plan.
  Maintenance Plan Category Settings: The maintenance plan category may not be configured to allow the specific order type.
  Customizations or Changes: Changes in the configuration or customizations in the system may have led to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) or IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan).
  Verify the maintenance plan category and ensure that it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OPL8 to check the configuration of the order types.
  Ensure that the order type you are trying to use is allowed for the maintenance plan category you have selected.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maintenance Plan Category:
  
  If necessary, modify the maintenance plan category to include the required order type.
  This may involve changing the configuration in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to maintenance plans and order types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify maintenance plans and order types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IP676 error and successfully manage your maintenance plans in SAP.