How To Fix IWO_BAPI162 - Order &1 cannot be put in process, as no operation is maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI - BAPIs for ALM Orders: Messages

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Order &1 cannot be put in process, as no operation is maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI162 - Order &1 cannot be put in process, as no operation is maintained ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI162 indicates that a production order cannot be processed because there are no operations defined for that order. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution within SAP's Manufacturing module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Operations: The production order has been created without any operations defined. This can happen if the routing or bill of materials (BOM) is not properly set up or linked to the order.
  Routing Issues: The routing associated with the order may not have been maintained correctly, or it may not exist at all.
  Order Creation Errors: There may have been an error during the order creation process that resulted in the omission of operations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data (like material master, routing, or BOM) that prevent the operations from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Production Order: Review the production order in question to confirm that it has been created correctly and that it is linked to the appropriate routing and BOM.
  Maintain Routing: Ensure that the routing for the material is correctly defined and includes the necessary operations. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the routing transaction (e.g., CA01 for creating or CA02 for changing).
  Verifying that the routing is assigned to the correct material and that it contains the required operations.
  
  
  Check BOM: Ensure that the BOM is correctly defined and linked to the production order. You can check this using transaction CS03 (Display BOM).
  Recreate the Order: If the order was created incorrectly, consider deleting it and recreating it after ensuring that all necessary master data is in place.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on maintaining production orders and associated data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CA01/CA02: Create/Change Routing
  CS01/CS02: Create/Change BOM
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that the material master, routing, and BOM are all correctly set up and consistent.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to allow the production order to be processed successfully.