How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_STORAGE008 - Selected order &1 is not a planned order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_STORAGE -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Selected order &1 is not a planned order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_STORAGE008 - Selected order &1 is not a planned order ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_STORAGE008 Selected order &1 is not a planned order typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to perform an operation on an order that is not recognized as a planned order by the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Order Type Mismatch: The selected order may be of a different type (e.g., production order, purchase order, etc.) rather than a planned order.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or the order may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have inadvertently selected an order that is not intended for the operation they are trying to perform.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize certain order types as planned orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Order Type: Check the type of the selected order. Ensure that it is indeed a planned order. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MD04 for stock/requirements list) and confirming the order type.
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Ensure that the order exists and has not been deleted or archived. You can use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or MD04 to check the status of the order.
  
  
  Correct Selection: If the wrong order was selected, go back and select the correct planned order. Ensure that you are in the right context for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to ensure that the system is set up to recognize the planned orders correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  MD11: Create Planned Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manipulate planned orders in the system.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.