How To Fix PORD_MESSAGES053 - Select either Prod Order Required indicator or Process Ord Req indctr.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PORD_MESSAGES - Message class for PORD services

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Select either Prod Order Required indicator or Process Ord Req indctr.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PORD_MESSAGES053 - Select either Prod Order Required indicator or Process Ord Req indctr. ?

  The SAP error message PORD_MESSAGES053 indicates that there is a conflict in the settings related to production orders and process orders in the system. Specifically, it suggests that you need to select either the "Prod Order Required" indicator or the "Process Order Required" indicator, but not both.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material or production type may have both indicators activated, which is not allowed.
  Master Data Settings: The material master or the production version may have conflicting settings regarding the production order and process order requirements.
  Transaction Settings: The transaction you are trying to execute may require a clear distinction between production orders and process orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Check the relevant views (e.g., MRP, Production) for the indicators related to production orders and process orders.
  Ensure that only one of the indicators ("Prod Order Required" or "Process Order Required") is selected.
  
  
  
  Review Production Version:
  
  If applicable, check the production version for the material (transaction code C202).
  Ensure that the production version settings do not conflict with the material master settings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to Production ? Production Orders or Process Orders and review the settings related to order types and indicators.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to production and process orders for additional context on the indicators.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  C202: Change Production Version
  SPRO: Access the SAP IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master or configuration settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.