How To Fix KO471 - Selected orders were closed, if possible


KO471 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

  • Message number: 471

  • Message text: Selected orders were closed, if possible

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  • What causes this issue?

    The orders you selected have been closed.
    All orders for which this transaction could not be executed remain
    unchanged.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO471 - Selected orders were closed, if possible ?
    The SAP error message KO471 ("Selected orders were closed, if possible") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform an operation on production orders or internal orders that have already been closed. This can happen during various processes, such as settlement, posting, or when trying to change the status of an order.
    
    Cause: Order Status: The primary cause of this error is that the selected orders have been closed. In SAP, once an order is closed, it cannot be modified or processed further. Settlement: If you are trying to settle an order that has already been closed, this error will be triggered. Posting: Attempting to post costs or revenues to a closed order will also result in this error.
    Solution: Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order in question. You can do this by navigating to the order in the SAP system and checking its status. If it

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