How To Fix /SAPAPO/PCM031 - Order type is invalid; check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PCM -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Order type is invalid; check your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PCM031 - Order type is invalid; check your entry ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PCM031 Order type is invalid; check your entry typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the order type being used in a planning or execution process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Order Type: The order type entered does not exist in the system or is not defined in the relevant configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be properly configured in the APO system or may not be linked to the relevant planning area.
  Master Data Issues: The order type may not be assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., product, location).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified order type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Order Type:
  
  Verify that the order type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  Use transaction codes like C223 (for order type configuration) to see if the order type is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the order type is correctly configured in the APO system. Check if it is linked to the appropriate planning area and that all necessary settings are in place.
  If you have access, review the settings in the SAP APO configuration to ensure that the order type is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the order type is assigned to the relevant master data. This includes checking the product master data and any relevant planning objects.
  Use transaction codes like C202 to check the product master data and ensure the order type is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified order type. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific order type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223, C202, and others related to order type configuration and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.