How To Fix M2177 - Doc.type & of order & not statistically relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Doc.type & of order & not statistically relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2177 - Doc.type & of order & not statistically relevant ?

  The SAP error message M2177 indicates that a document type for a particular order is not statistically relevant. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when the system is trying to process a document (like a goods movement or production order) that is not set up to be included in statistical evaluations.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type associated with the order may not be configured to be statistically relevant in the system settings.
  Order Type Settings: The specific order type may not be set up to allow statistical evaluations.
  Custom Settings: Custom configurations or modifications in the SAP system may have altered the standard behavior of document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OMBT for inventory management document types).
  Ensure that the document type in question is marked as statistically relevant.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the order type (Transaction Code: OPL8 for order types).
  Ensure that the order type is configured to allow statistical evaluations.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue through configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to review any custom settings or modifications that may be affecting the document type's relevance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to inventory management and order processing to understand the implications of document types and their statistical relevance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M2177 error and implement a solution to resolve it.