How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1246 - Order selection &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Order selection &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1246 - Order selection &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1246 Order selection &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an order that matches the specified selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Order Deletion: The order may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find the order may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no matching orders.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between the different modules (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CTM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the order.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Order Existence: Check if the order actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) in SAP ERP.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the CTM run are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  Check Data Synchronization: If there are data synchronization issues, ensure that the data is up-to-date and that any necessary background jobs have been executed.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the order. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Configuration Review: Review the CTM configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the planning area, planning version, and other relevant settings.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CTM and APO for more detailed information on order selection and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.