How To Fix MW440 - Order type &1 cannot be used for supplier purchase orders

MW440 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 440

• Message text: Order type &1 cannot be used for supplier purchase orders

What causes this issue?

The system checked if it is possible to generate a vendor purchase
order using order type &V1&. This is not possible due to the current
Customizing settings.
The reasons for this include:
Order type &V1& has not been correctly maintained.
Order type &V1& has not been assigned the correct items.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, maintain the <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMEOMEC>Order Types
</> and assignment the order types to order categories.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW440 - Order type &1 cannot be used for supplier purchase orders ?

  The SAP error message MW440, which states "Order type &1 cannot be used for supplier purchase orders," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the order type in the system. This error is related to the procurement process, specifically when trying to create or process a purchase order for a supplier using a specific order type that is not allowed for that purpose.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type Configuration: The order type you are trying to use is not configured to be used for supplier purchase orders in the system.
  Missing Settings: The order type may not have the necessary settings or parameters defined in the configuration for supplier purchase orders.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use that specific order type for supplier purchase orders.
  System Settings: The system may have been customized in a way that restricts the use of certain order types for specific