How To Fix KOSA115 - Order type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Order type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Order type &V1& does not exist in the system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA115 - Order type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KOSA115 indicates that the order type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process an order using a type that has not been defined in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type you are trying to use may be misspelled or incorrectly entered.
  Missing Configuration: The order type has not been configured in the system. This could happen if the order type was deleted or never created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified order type.
  Client-Specific Settings: The order type may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify that the order type you are trying to use is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for order types (e.g., Production Orders, Maintenance Orders, etc.).
  Check if the order type exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  Create Order Type: If the order type does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves:
  
  Defining the order type in the configuration settings.
  Setting up the necessary parameters and attributes for the order type.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the order type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Client Check: If you are working in a specific client, ensure that the order type is available in that client. You may need to transport the configuration from another client if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  CO01 (to create production orders, for example)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring order types specific to your module (e.g., Production Planning, Plant Maintenance).
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KOSA115 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.