IW206 - Order type not fully maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Order type not fully maintained

What causes this issue?

In your system, the specified <GL:order_type>order type</>
for plant maintenance was not maintained completely.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain the order type for the specified <GL:plant>plant</>.
You can only maintain maintenance order types via the Customizing
functions of plant maintenance:

<DS:TRAN.OIOD>Proceed</>
ENDIF
INCLUDE 'DARF-NICHT' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW206 - Order type not fully maintained ?

  The SAP error message IW206 ("Order type not fully maintained") typically occurs when there are missing or incomplete settings for a specific order type in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of maintenance orders, production orders, or other order-related transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The order type may not be fully configured in the system. This can include missing settings in the order type configuration (transaction code OPL8 for maintenance orders).
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields that are required for the order type may not be filled out, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the order type.
  Custom Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements may have introduced additional requirements that are not met.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OPL8 (or the relevant configuration transaction for your order type).
  Verify that all necessary fields and settings for the order type are properly maintained.
  Ensure that the order type is active and correctly linked to the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Review Required Fields:
  
  Check if there are any mandatory fields that need to be filled in when creating or processing the order.
  Ensure that all required data is provided in the order creation screen.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the order type.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the specific order type to ensure that all necessary configurations and settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and OPL8 (Order Type Configuration).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help documentation for detailed information on order types and their configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the IW206 error in your SAP system.