How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR837 - Production order &1 is not a collective order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR -

• Message number: 837

• Message text: Production order &1 is not a collective order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR837 - Production order &1 is not a collective order ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR837 Production order &1 is not a collective order typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to perform certain operations on production orders that are expected to be collective orders. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Collective Order: The error indicates that the production order you are trying to process is not set up as a collective order. In SAP, collective orders are used to group multiple production orders for planning and execution purposes.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to expect collective orders for certain operations, and if the order does not meet this requirement, the error will be triggered.
  Order Type: The specific order type you are working with may not be defined as a collective order in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for production orders in SAP and verify if the order type you are using is set up as a collective order.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under Production > Production Order > Define Order Types.
  
  
  
  Convert to Collective Order:
  
  If the order needs to be a collective order, you may need to create a new collective order or convert the existing order to a collective order if the business process allows for it.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Settings:
  
  Check the planning settings in APO to ensure that the system is configured correctly to handle collective orders. This includes reviewing the heuristics and planning strategies being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to production orders and collective orders to understand the requirements and configurations better.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Collective Orders: These are used to manage multiple production orders as a single entity, which can help in optimizing production scheduling and resource utilization.
  Heuristics in APO: Heuristics are algorithms used in SAP APO for planning purposes. Understanding how heuristics work with collective orders can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling production orders in APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.