How To Fix KO197 - Order & is not a model order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Order & is not a model order

What causes this issue?

You can only process orders of order category 03 (model orders) using
this transaction.
Order &V1& does not belong to category 03.

System Response

You can display order &V1& but you cannot edit it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO197 - Order & is not a model order ?

  The SAP error message KO197, which states "Order & is not a model order," typically occurs in the context of production orders or internal orders when there is an attempt to perform an operation that is only valid for model orders. A model order in SAP is a template that can be used to create new orders with predefined settings.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order you are trying to work with is not defined as a model order in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be configured correctly in the system to allow for model order functionalities.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the order number or selecting the order type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KO197 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Order Type:
  
  Check if the order you are trying to use is indeed a model order. You can do this by looking up the order in the system and checking its attributes.
  
  
  
  Create a Model Order:
  
  If you need a model order, you may need to create one. This can typically be done through the transaction code for creating orders (e.g., CO01 for production orders) and ensuring that the order type is set to a model order.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, verify that the order type is set up correctly in the configuration (transaction code SPRO). Look for settings related to order types and ensure that the model order functionality is enabled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on model orders and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide 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).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify model orders in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KO197 error and implement a solution.