How To Fix /SAPMP/OC_APO003 - Order indicator &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/OC_APO -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Order indicator &1 is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/OC_APO003 - Order indicator &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/OC_APO003 Order indicator &1 is not permitted typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the order type or order indicator being used in a planning or execution process. This error indicates that the specified order indicator is not allowed for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Order Indicator: The order indicator specified in the transaction or process does not match the allowed values defined in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be allowed for the specific planning scenario.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the order type may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with the specified order indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Indicator: Verify the order indicator being used. Ensure that it is valid and permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the order types and indicators. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant APO settings.
  Master Data Review: Ensure that the master data related to the order type is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking the relevant planning books, data views, and other related settings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the specified order indicator. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for order management) to review the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.