How To Fix ORF1003 - Select or enter an operation time greater than 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ORF1 - Spare Parts Stock Calculation

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Select or enter an operation time greater than 0

What causes this issue?

The system calculates the <LS>annual demand</> as follows:
<LS>No. of Aircraft</> x <LS>Parts per Aircraft</> x <LS>Operation
Time</> x 365 / <LS>MTBE</>
The <LS>operation time</> is set to 0.

System Response

The system aborts the calculation of the <LS>annual demand</>.

How to fix this error?

You have the following possibilities:
Enter a <LS>operation time</> greater than 0.
Change the values or create new entries in the <DS:TRAN.IRF2>aircraft
table</>.
Select user defined values for the <LS>model </>and the <LB>
<LS>customer</></>. Dependent on the model and the customer, the system
obtains the number of aircraft from the aircraft table.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ORF1003 - Select or enter an operation time greater than 0 ?

  The SAP error message ORF1003 ("Select or enter an operation time greater than 0") typically occurs in the context of production planning or order processing when the system expects a positive operation time for a task or operation, but the value provided is either zero or negative.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an operation time of zero or a negative value when creating or modifying a production order or operation.
  Default Values: The system might be using default values that are set to zero for operation times.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in data entry, such as accidentally deleting or not filling in the operation time field.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the routing or work center that leads to invalid operation times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the operation time is entered correctly and is greater than zero. If you are modifying an existing operation, check the values in the operation details.
  Review Default Settings: If the operation time is being pulled from a default setting, check the configuration of the routing or work center to ensure that valid operation times are set.
  Validate Routing and Work Center: Make sure that the routing and work center associated with the operation are correctly configured and that they have valid operation times defined.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required values, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter operation times in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to production orders, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or CR01 (Create Routing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all operation times are correctly entered and configured, you should be able to resolve the ORF1003 error.