How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR334 - An RPM order is not allowed to have suborders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 334

• Message text: An RPM order is not allowed to have suborders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR334 - An RPM order is not allowed to have suborders ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR334 indicates that an RPM (Resource Planning Management) order is not allowed to have suborders. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with production planning and scheduling.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an attempt to create or process an RPM order that is configured to have suborders, which is not permitted in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type being used may not be set up to allow suborders.
  Master Data Settings: The settings in the master data (like the production version or resource) may not support suborders for the specific RPM order.
  System Constraints: The system may have constraints or rules that prevent the creation of suborders for certain types of orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the order type in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that suborders are allowed if needed.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> APO -> Production Planning -> Order Management -> Define Order Types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the RPM order, including the production version and resource settings. Ensure that they are configured to allow suborders if that is the intended design.
  Verify that the relevant settings in the material master and resource master do not restrict suborder creation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  System Constraints:
  
  If the system is configured to disallow suborders for certain scenarios, consider whether the business process can be adjusted to comply with these constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER to view and manage orders, or CIF for integration issues.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches/updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.