How To Fix PP_SCH_PRODN012 - Order &1 is not consistent as it was modified externally.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_SCH_PRODN -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Order &1 is not consistent as it was modified externally.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SCH_PRODN012 - Order &1 is not consistent as it was modified externally. ?

  The SAP error message PP_SCH_PRODN012 indicates that a production order (identified by &1) is not consistent because it has been modified externally. This typically occurs when changes are made to the order outside of the normal SAP transaction processes, which can lead to inconsistencies in the order data.
  Causes:
  
  External Modifications: The production order may have been changed by an external system or process, such as an interface or a batch job that updates order data.
  Manual Changes: Users may have manually changed the order data in a way that conflicts with the expected data structure or business logic.
  Data Corruption: There may be issues with data integrity or corruption in the database that affect the production order.
  Inconsistent Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow certain changes, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for External Changes: Investigate if any external systems or processes have modified the production order. If so, ensure that these changes are valid and consistent with the business logic.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the production order. If it is in a status that does not allow modifications, you may need to change the status or revert the changes made.
  Revert Changes: If possible, revert any recent changes made to the production order to restore consistency.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to review the order details and identify inconsistencies.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or change logs to identify what modifications were made and by whom. This can help in understanding the root cause of the inconsistency.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02, CO03, and COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) for managing production orders.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message PP_SCH_PRODN012 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on production order management to understand the expected workflows and data consistency requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the inconsistency issue with the production order in SAP.