How To Fix PP_SFC_MESSAGES030 - Bills of operation type code can only be 3 for Process Orders.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_SFC_MESSAGES - Message Class for Production/Process Orders

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Bills of operation type code can only be 3 for Process Orders.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES030 - Bills of operation type code can only be 3 for Process Orders. ?

  The SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES030 indicates that there is an issue with the type code of the bill of operation associated with a process order. Specifically, the error states that the bill of operation type code can only be 3 for process orders. This is a validation check in SAP to ensure that the correct type of bill of operation is being used for process orders.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Bill of Operation Type: The bill of operation associated with the process order is not of the correct type. For process orders, the system expects the bill of operation type to be 3 (which usually corresponds to a specific type of production process).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the requirements for process orders.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the process order, an incorrect bill of operation type may have been selected or entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Bill of Operation:
  
  Go to the transaction code CS03 (Display Bill of Material) or CS02 (Change Bill of Material) to check the type of the bill of operation associated with the process order.
  Ensure that the bill of operation type is set to 3.
  
  
  
  Modify the Process Order:
  
  If the bill of operation type is incorrect, you may need to change the process order to reference the correct bill of operation type.
  Use transaction code CO02 (Change Process Order) to modify the order and select the correct bill of operation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to ensure that the settings for process orders and bills of operation are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific requirements for process orders and bills of operation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process order creation or modification again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO01: Create Process Order
  CO02: Change Process Order
  CS01: Create Bill of Material
  CS02: Change Bill of Material
  CS03: Display Bill of Material
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to make changes to process orders and bills of operation.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PP_SFC_MESSAGES030 error in SAP.