How To Fix PPC0060 - Several orders exist for the sales order. Enter an order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPC0 - Messages for PP Confirmation

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Several orders exist for the sales order. Enter an order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPC0060 - Several orders exist for the sales order. Enter an order ?

  The SAP error message PPC0060 indicates that there are multiple production orders associated with a specific sales order, and the system requires you to specify which production order you want to work with. This situation typically arises in environments where production orders are created for sales orders, such as in make-to-order scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Production Orders: The sales order in question has more than one production order linked to it. This can happen if the sales order has multiple items or if there are multiple production runs for the same item.
  Order Management: The system is designed to ensure that you specify which production order you want to process, as it cannot assume which one you mean when there are several.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify the production order you want to work with. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify Production Orders:
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to view the production orders associated with the sales order.
  You can also use transaction VA03 (Display Sales Order) to see the details of the sales order and the linked production orders.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Order:
  
  When prompted by the error message, enter the specific production order number you wish to process.
  If you are unsure which order to select, review the details of each production order to determine which one corresponds to your needs.
  
  
  
  Adjust Sales Order or Production Orders:
  
  If necessary, you may need to adjust the sales order or the production orders to consolidate them or to ensure that only one production order is linked to the sales order if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  VA03 - Display Sales Order
  MD04 - Stock/Requirements List (to see stock levels and requirements)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Help documentation for more details on production orders and sales order processing.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify production orders and sales orders.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about which production order to select, consult with colleagues or supervisors who may have more context about the orders in question.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPC0060 error and continue with your work in SAP.