How To Fix KO214 - Order type & already exists

KO214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Order type & already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to create order type &V1&. However, this order type already
exists.

How to fix this error?

Rename the order type or change the existing order type &V1&. Note the
effects on the existing orders.
It is possible that you cannot find order type &V1& on the overview
list. Then this order type belongs to an order category, which can not
be changed or displayed with the function used. Order type &V1& belongs
to order category &V2&. You can display an <DS:TRAN.KOT3>overview
list</> across all order types.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO214 - Order type & already exists ?

  The SAP error message KO214 ("Order type & already exists") typically occurs when you are trying to create a new order type in the system, but the order type you are attempting to create already exists in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating production orders, maintenance orders, or other types of orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Order Type: The primary cause of this error is that the order type you are trying to create is already defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the system is not recognizing the order type correctly.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error in the order type field can lead to this message if the system interprets it as an attempt to create a duplicate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Order Types: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CO01 for production orders) and check the existing order types to confirm