How To Fix MD253 - No instance exists for planned order &1 (Please see long text!)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

• Message number: 253

• Message text: No instance exists for planned order &1 (Please see long text!)

What causes this issue?

For planned order &v1& with configuration, no valid instance could be
determined.

System Response

The BOM for the material could not be exploded.

How to fix this error?

A possible reason is an inconsistency in the order account assignment
in your system.
For this planned order, please check (if existent)
the corresponding sales order number &v2& and item &v3&.
the WBS element &v4&, for projects.

How can this happen?

For an assigned planned order with reference to a sales order, sales
order items have been deleted. As the planned order has been firmed, it
must be deleted manually.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD253 - No instance exists for planned order &1 (Please see long text!) ?

  The SAP error message MD253 "No instance exists for planned order &1" typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling. This error indicates that the system cannot find a planned order with the specified order number (represented by &1). Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Planned Order Deletion: The planned order may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect Order Number: The order number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the planned order.
  Buffer Issues: Sometimes, the system buffer may not be updated, leading to discrepancies in data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Order Number: Double-check the planned order number you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check Order Status: Use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or MD03 (Display Planned Order) to check if the planned order exists and its current status.
  Recreate Planned Order: If the planned order was deleted, you may need to recreate it using the appropriate planning transaction.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planned order. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Refresh Data: If you suspect a buffer issue, try refreshing the data or logging out and back into the system.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using transaction SE91 to view the message class and long text.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD03 (Display Planned Order), and MD05 (Delete Planned Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and order management for further insights into planned orders and their lifecycle.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.