How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR838 - Planned order &1 is not a collective order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR -

• Message number: 838

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR838 - Planned order &1 is not a collective order ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_HEUR838 Planned order &1 is not a collective order typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with planned orders in the system. This error indicates that the planned order you are trying to process is not set up as a collective order, which is required for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Collective Order: The planned order in question is not defined as a collective order. Collective orders are used to group multiple planned orders for production or procurement into a single order for efficiency.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or configuration may not allow for the planned order to be treated as a collective order.
  Order Type: The order type of the planned order may not support collective processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify the order type of the planned order. Ensure that it is set up to allow collective processing. You may need to adjust the settings in the order type configuration.
  Convert to Collective Order: If applicable, convert the planned order to a collective order. This may involve creating a new collective order and assigning the planned order to it.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system related to order processing. Ensure that the settings allow for collective orders and that the necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to handle planned orders and collective orders in your version of SAP APO.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that deal with planned orders and collective orders, such as /SAPAPO/RRP for planning board functions.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to production planning and order management in SAP APO for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.