IW191 - Priority type not maintained for orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Priority type not maintained for orders

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a priority, but no priority type has yet been created
for order type & in your system.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Maintain the priority type for PM orders using the customizing function.

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ENDIF
INCLUDE 'DARF-NICHT' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW191 - Priority type not maintained for orders ?

  The SAP error message IW191, which states "Priority type not maintained for orders," typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the priority for the order because the priority type has not been defined or maintained in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Priority Type: The priority type for the order is not set in the order type configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the order type may not include a priority type, or the priority type may not be properly assigned.
  Order Type Settings: The specific order type being used may not have the priority type defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW191 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Plant Maintenance and Customer Service > Maintenance and Service Processing > Maintenance and Service Orders > Order Types > Define Order Types.
  Select the relevant order type and check if the priority type is maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Priority Type:
  
  If the priority type is not maintained, you can add it by selecting the appropriate field and entering the required priority type.
  Ensure that the priority type is valid and corresponds to the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check User Parameters:
  
  Sometimes, user-specific settings can affect how orders are processed. Check if the user parameters related to order processing are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, create a new order of the same type to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct priority types to use, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on priority types relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Priority Types: In SAP, priority types are used to determine the urgency of work orders. They can affect scheduling and resource allocation.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order) for managing orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW191 error and ensure that priority types are correctly maintained for your orders in SAP.