How To Fix KA305 - Order type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Order type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Order type &V1& is not defined.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid order type. Use F4 to display a list of order types
defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA305 - Order type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KA305 ("Order type & does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a production order, internal order, or any other type of order in SAP, and the system cannot find the specified order type in the configuration. This can happen for several reasons, including incorrect configuration, missing entries, or issues with the user authorization.
  Causes of KA305 Error
  
  Non-Existent Order Type: The order type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The order type may exist but is not properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified order type.
  Client-Specific Settings: The order type may exist in one client but not in another, especially in systems with multiple clients.
  Transport Issues: If the order type was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system you are working in.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for order types (e.g., Production Orders, Internal Orders).
  Verify that the order type you are trying to use is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Order Type:
  
  If the order type does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration settings.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the specified order type.
  You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Check:
  
  Make sure you are working in the correct client where the order type is defined.
  If you are in a development or test environment, ensure that the order type has been transported to the production environment if needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the order type was recently created or modified, check the transport logs to ensure that the changes were successfully transported to the system you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration.
  SU53 for authorization checks.
  CO01 for creating production orders (if applicable).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific order type or error message.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for additional help.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KA305 error and implement the appropriate solution.