How To Fix RM159 - Invalid combination of planning plant and planned order

RM159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Invalid combination of planning plant and planned order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM159 - Invalid combination of planning plant and planned order ?

  The SAP error message RM159, which states "Invalid combination of planning plant and planned order," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when there is an issue with the planned order's association with the planning plant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Planning Plant: The planned order may be associated with a different planning plant than the one you are trying to process it in.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning plant or the material may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained for the specific planning plant.
  Order Type Issues: The order type used for the planned order may not be valid for the specified planning plant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the planned order in the specified planning