How To Fix IW545 - The operation you entered has been ignored; all operations were copied


IW545 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IW - Order Processing

  • Message number: 545

  • Message text: The operation you entered has been ignored; all operations were copied

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have created an order with reference. In doing so, you also entered
    an operation. When you create an order with reference, all the
    operations are always copied to the new order. The input field for the
    operation is only intended for creating a follow-on order.

    System Response

    The system has ignored the operation you entered and copied all the
    operations to the new order.

    How to fix this error?

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

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW545 - The operation you entered has been ignored; all operations were copied ?
    The SAP error message IW545 indicates that the operation you attempted to perform has been ignored because all operations were copied. This typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with operations in the order management module.
    
    Cause: The error message IW545 usually arises in the following scenarios: Operation Duplication: You may be trying to add or modify an operation in a maintenance order that has already been copied from another order. If the system detects that the operation already exists, it will ignore the new entry to prevent duplication. Order Type Restrictions: Certain order types may have restrictions on how operations can be added or modified, especially if they are derived from a template or another order. Incorrect Data Entry: If the data you are trying to enter does not meet the criteria for the operation (e.g., invalid dates, missing required fields), the system

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