How To Fix MPLAN561 - The required order type is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPLAN - Messages for Maintenance Plan API

• Message number: 561

• Message text: The required order type is invalid

What causes this issue?

Order type &V1& cannot be followed up from service contract &V2& and
service order template &V3& according to the copy control settings.

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 whether the transaction type of service order to be generated is
maintained as the target transaction type for both the transaction types
of the service contract and the service order template in Customizing
for copy control for transaction types.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPLAN561 - The required order type is invalid ?

  The SAP error message MPLAN561, which states "The required order type is invalid," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when there is an issue with the order type being used in a transaction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing production orders, maintenance orders, or other types of orders.
  Causes of MPLAN561
  
  Invalid Order Type: The order type specified in the transaction does not exist or is not configured correctly in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The order type may not be assigned to the relevant plant or may not be set up for the specific business process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified order type.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (like material master, routing, etc.) may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of an invalid order type.
  System Customization: Customizations or changes in the system may have led to the order type being deactivated or removed.
  
  Solutions for MPLAN561
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8 for production orders, for example) and verify that the order type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the order type is assigned to the relevant plant and is configured for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master and ensure that the order type is compatible with the material being processed.
  Review the routing and BOM (Bill of Materials) to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the order type in question. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes or updates in the system that might have affected the order types. This includes checking for any notes or documentation from SAP regarding changes to order types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If possible, try to replicate the issue in a test environment with the same parameters to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the problem.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order) to troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to MPLAN561.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to order types and production planning for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MPLAN561 error in SAP.