How To Fix MW266 - Order type & not found. Please maintain valid order type

MW266 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Order type & not found. Please maintain valid order type

What causes this issue?

The specified order type does not exist.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid order type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW266 - Order type & not found. Please maintain valid order type ?

  The SAP error message "MW266 Order type & not found. Please maintain valid order type" typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (like a production order, purchase order, etc.) using an order type that is not recognized or has not been configured in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Order Type: The order type you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be configured properly in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Production Planning, Materials Management).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified order type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the order type entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type:
  
  Verify that the order type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You