How To Fix KD231 - The sender is neither a co-product order, nor a postprocessing order.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 231

• Message text: The sender is neither a co-product order, nor a postprocessing order.

What causes this issue?

Order &V2& is neither a co-product order, nor a postprocessing order.
You cannot process it using the current transaction. You need to use
the settlement transaction for this sender.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD231 - The sender is neither a co-product order, nor a postprocessing order. ?

  The SAP error message KD231, which states "The sender is neither a co-product order, nor a postprocessing order," typically occurs in the context of controlling and production order management within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a particular order because it does not recognize it as a valid sender for the transaction being attempted.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order you are trying to process is not classified as a co-product order or a postprocessing order. This could happen if the order type is not set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the order types in the controlling (CO) module may not be set up to recognize the order as a valid sender.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong order or entering an invalid order number.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the order type may not be maintained, leading to the system not recognizing the order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify that the order you are trying to process is indeed a co-product order or a postprocessing order. You can do this by checking the order type in the order details.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system for the order types. Ensure that the order type is correctly defined and that it is set up to be recognized as a sender for the relevant transactions.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the order number and other relevant data you are entering. Ensure that you are using the correct order type and that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Consult Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data related to the order type is maintained in the system. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries in the material master, routing, or production version.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide further assistance and investigate the issue in more detail.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order) to manage orders effectively.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on order types, co-products, and postprocessing orders.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KD231 error and implement the appropriate solution.