How To Fix PRS117 - Postponement not successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRS - Message class for PROF_SERV packages.

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Postponement not successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRS117 - Postponement not successful ?

  The SAP error message PRS117, which states "Postponement not successful," typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling within the SAP system. This error can arise during the process of postponing a production order or a planned order, and it indicates that the system was unable to complete the postponement due to various reasons.
  Causes of PRS117 Error
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Orders: The order you are trying to postpone may have dependencies on other production orders or processes that prevent it from being postponed.
  
  
  Scheduling Conflicts: There may be scheduling conflicts with other orders or resources that are already allocated, making it impossible to postpone the order.
  
  
  Material Availability: If the materials required for the order are not available or if there are issues with the stock, the postponement may fail.
  
  
  Status of the Order: The current status of the order (e.g., if it is already completed, partially completed, or in a locked state) can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the postponement from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Solutions to PRS117 Error
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies related to the order you are trying to postpone. Ensure that there are no other orders or processes that are blocking the postponement.
  
  
  Review Scheduling: Check the scheduling of the order and any related orders. Make sure that there are no conflicts with resource availability or other scheduled activities.
  
  
  Material Availability Check: Verify that all necessary materials are available for the order. If materials are missing, resolve the stock issues before attempting to postpone again.
  
  
  Order Status Review: Check the status of the order. If the order is in a state that does not allow postponement (e.g., completed), you may need to take additional steps to change its status.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect that configuration settings are causing the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the relevant settings.
  
  
  Error Logs and Messages: Check the system logs and any additional error messages that may provide more context about why the postponement failed.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order) or COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) that may be involved in the postponement process.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the postponement action.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation related to production order management in SAP to better understand the process and potential pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PRS117 error in SAP.