How To Fix MPLAN561 - The required order type is invalid

MPLAN561 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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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