How To Fix IW601 - Operation created from order header data


IW601 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IW - Order Processing

  • Message number: 601

  • Message text: Operation created from order header data

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  • What causes this issue?

    You deleted the previous <GL:operation>operations</> in the
    <GL:maintenance_order>order</>, before including a
    <GL:maintenance_task_list>maintenance task list</>. No operations were
    selected during the task list selection.

    System Response

    The system therefore generates an operation from the order header data,
    for consistency.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW601 - Operation created from order header data ?
    The SAP error message IW601, which states "Operation created from order header data," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying maintenance orders in the SAP system. This message indicates that the operation was generated based on the header data of the order, and it may arise due to various reasons related to the configuration or data entry in the order.
    Causes:
    
    Header Data Issues: The header data of the maintenance order may not be complete or may contain inconsistencies that prevent the successful creation of operations.
    Missing Required Fields: Certain required fields in the order header may not be filled out, leading to the inability to create operations.
    Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the order type or operation creation may not be set up correctly.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify operations in the order.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Header Data: Review the header

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