How To Fix MV024 - Order type & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MV - Messages for Transfer of Partly Open Purchase Orders

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Order type & not allowed

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& from the transfer file is not defined in the target
system

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 the document types for ordering in Customizing for Purchasing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MV024 - Order type & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MV024 ("Order type & not allowed") typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (like a sales order, purchase order, or production order) with an order type that is not permitted in the current context or configuration. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration settings, user authorizations, or specific business rules.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The order type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or process the specified order type.
  
  
  Business Rules: Certain order types may be restricted based on business rules or specific conditions set in the system.
  
  
  Status of the Order Type: The order type may be inactive or not allowed for the specific transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Plant or Company Code Restrictions: The order type may not be valid for the specific plant or company code you are working with.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings (SPRO) and verify the configuration for the order type in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the intended use.
  Check the settings under the relevant modules (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management, Production Planning) to ensure the order type is active and allowed.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the order type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Rules:
  
  Review any business rules or restrictions that may apply to the order type. This may involve discussions with business process owners or reviewing documentation.
  
  
  
  Check Order Type Status:
  
  Verify that the order type is not marked as inactive or restricted in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Plant/Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the order type is valid for the specific plant or company code you are working with. You may need to check the configuration for the specific plant or company code settings.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs or error messages for additional details that may provide more context about why the order type is not allowed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or CO01 (Create Production Order) depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific order type or error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to order types and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.