How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH258 - Order could not be created; Dummy order &1 &2 &3 created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Order could not be created; Dummy order &1 &2 &3 created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH258 - Order could not be created; Dummy order &1 &2 &3 created ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH258 Order could not be created; Dummy order &1 &2 &3 created typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to create a production order or a similar type of order in the SAP system. Instead of successfully creating the intended order, the system has created a "dummy" order as a placeholder.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like material master, BOM, routing, etc.) may be missing or incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the order type settings or in the production planning module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create the order.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the database.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters provided during order creation may be incorrect or not meet the required criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (materials, BOMs, routings) is correctly set up and available.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the order type being used. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to create the order. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Analyze Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transactions like CO01 (Create Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to see if the issue can be replicated.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.