How To Fix KQ545 - Choose an order type before using the possible entries function

KQ545 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Choose an order type before using the possible entries function

What causes this issue?

The possible entries function cannot list the possible entry values
because you have not selected a valid order type.
The possible entry values depend on the selected order type. Therefore
you must first choose an order type.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ545 - Choose an order type before using the possible entries function ?

  The SAP error message KQ545, "Choose an order type before using the possible entries function," typically occurs in the context of order management or production planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific order type to be selected before you can access the possible entries for that order type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Order Type: The user has not selected an order type in the relevant field before attempting to use the possible entries function (often represented by a search help or dropdown).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require an order type to be defined for certain transactions or processes.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting the order type or may have selected an invalid or non-existent order type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Order Type: Before using the possible entries function, ensure that you have selected a valid order type in the relevant