How To Fix /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT060 - Several operations exist. Choose the operation to be split

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Several operations exist. Choose the operation to be split

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT060 - Several operations exist. Choose the operation to be split ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ORDER_SPLIT060 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to split a production order or a planned order that has multiple operations. The system requires you to specify which operation you want to split, as it cannot proceed with the split without this information.
  Cause:
  The error arises because:
  
  The order you are trying to split has multiple operations defined.
  The system needs clarification on which specific operation you want to split, as it cannot assume or guess your intention.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Operations: Check the operations associated with the order you are trying to split. You can do this by navigating to the order details in the SAP GUI or using transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order).
  
  
  Select Operation: When prompted by the error message, you need to select the specific operation you wish to split. This can usually be done by:
  
  Going to the operations overview in the order details.
  Selecting the operation you want to split from the list.
  
  
  
  Perform the Split: After selecting the operation, proceed with the split process as intended. Ensure that you follow the necessary steps to complete the operation split.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: If there are dependencies or constraints related to the operations (like resource availability, scheduling conflicts, etc.), ensure that these are addressed before attempting the split again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  C223 - Maintain Production Order Splitting
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on order splitting and operations management in APO.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform order splits and modifications in the system.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings for order splitting are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully split the desired operation in your production or planned order.