How To Fix RM138 - No planned orders exist for sales order & and item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 138

• Message text: No planned orders exist for sales order & and item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM138 - No planned orders exist for sales order & and item & ?

  The SAP error message RM138 ("No planned orders exist for sales order & and item &") typically occurs when you are trying to process a sales order that does not have any associated planned orders. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are attempting to create a production order, perform a delivery, or check availability for a sales order.
  Causes:
  
  No Planned Orders Created: The most straightforward reason is that no planned orders have been created for the sales order and item in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or production planning may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of planned orders.
  Material Availability: The material may not be available for planning, or it may not be set up for MRP (Material Requirements Planning).
  Sales Order Not Released: The sales order may not be released for planning, which can prevent the creation of planned orders.
  MRP Run Not Executed: If the MRP run has not been executed, planned orders will not be generated for the sales order.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Planned Orders: Verify if planned orders exist for the sales order and item. You can do this by using transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders).
  Create Planned Orders: If no planned orders exist, you may need to create them manually or run the MRP process to generate them. Use transaction code MD01 or MD02 to run MRP for the relevant materials.
  Review Sales Order Status: Ensure that the sales order is in a status that allows for planning. If it is not released, you may need to release it.
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data to ensure that it is set up correctly for MRP. Check the MRP views and ensure that the planning parameters are correctly defined.
  Run MRP: If the MRP run has not been executed, run it to generate the necessary planned orders. Ensure that the planning parameters are set correctly in the MRP settings.
  Consult with a Planner: If you are unsure about the planning process or the configuration, consult with a production planner or an SAP consultant who can provide insights into the specific setup for your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), MD01 (MRP Run), and COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on MRP processes and sales order management.
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented through user exits or BAdIs that could affect the creation of planned orders. Check if any customizations are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM138 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.