How To Fix KJ146 - The leading order & of the collective order does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 146

• Message text: The leading order & of the collective order does not exist

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to calculate work in process for an order that is
assigned to a <DS:GLOS.collective_order>collective order</>. The
leading order in this collective order does not exist in the system.

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ146 - The leading order & of the collective order does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KJ146, which states "The leading order & of the collective order does not exist," typically occurs in the context of collective orders in SAP, particularly in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the leading order associated with a collective order, which is necessary for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Leading Order: The leading order that is supposed to be linked to the collective order does not exist in the system. This could happen if the leading order was deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the collective order or the way it is set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or missing entries in the database.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the leading order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Leading Order: Verify if the leading order exists in the system. You can do this by checking the order number associated with the collective order.
  Create Missing Order: If the leading order does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that all necessary data is entered correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for collective orders in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business processes.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the leading order. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling collective orders and related error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Order) or CO02 (Change Order) to check the details of the orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.