How To Fix KO144 - Order & already exists

KO144 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Order & already exists

What causes this issue?

You cannot create two orders with the same number. An order with the
number &v1& already exists.

How to fix this error?

Enter a different order number.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KO144 - Details

• The SAP error message KO144 ("Order & already exists") typically occurs when you attempt to create a new order (such as a production order, maintenance order, or any other type of order) with an identifier (order number) that already exists in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Order Number: The order number you are trying to create is already in use for another order.
  Incorrect Number Range Configuration: The number range for the order type may not be configured correctly, leading to conflicts.
  System Error: There may be a temporary issue or glitch in the system that is causing the error.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the same order number manually.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing Orders: Verify if the order number you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by searching for the order in the relevant transaction (e.g., CO03 for production orders).
  Use a Different Order Number: