KO023 - Order type & has invalid order category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Order type & has invalid order category

What causes this issue?

Order type &v1& has order category &v2&. However, using this
transaction, you can only process orders of order category &v3&.

How to fix this error?

Select an order type with a category which can be processed using this
transaction, or select the appropriate transaction for order category
&v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO023 - Order type & has invalid order category ?

  The SAP error message KO023 indicates that the order type specified in a transaction has an invalid order category. This typically occurs when the order type is not correctly configured or is not compatible with the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type entered does not match any valid order categories defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deactivated.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified order type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the order type entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Order > Order Types.
  Verify that the order type in question is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Order Category:
  
  Ensure that the order type is assigned to a valid order category. This can be checked in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the order type. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the order type entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the order type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  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 understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific order type or error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct usage of order types and have access to documentation that outlines the valid order types and their categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the KO023 error in SAP.