How To Fix /SAPPO/ACR114 - &1: ABAP_TYPE must always be initial for PPO classic orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/ACR -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: &1: ABAP_TYPE must always be initial for PPO classic orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR114 - &1: ABAP_TYPE must always be initial for PPO classic orders ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR114 &1: ABAP_TYPE must always be initial for PPO classic orders typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules, particularly when dealing with classic orders in the context of the PPO (Project Planning and Optimization) functionality.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed for a classic order in the PPO system. Specifically, the error message suggests that the ABAP_TYPE field must be empty (initial) for classic orders. This could happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The ABAP_TYPE field may have been populated incorrectly or not cleared when it should have been.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the ABAP_TYPE field to be populated incorrectly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be incorrectly setting the ABAP_TYPE field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Order Data: Review the classic order data to ensure that the ABAP_TYPE field is indeed empty. You can do this by navigating to the order in question and checking the relevant fields.
  
  
  Clear the ABAP_TYPE Field: If you find that the ABAP_TYPE field is populated, you should clear it. This can often be done through the order maintenance transaction (e.g., CO02 for production orders).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the PPO and classic orders. Ensure that there are no settings that would cause the ABAP_TYPE field to be populated incorrectly.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with the order data, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently setting the ABAP_TYPE field.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the PPO functionality and classic orders for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02 (Change Production Order), CO03 (Display Production Order), and others related to order management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the PPO functionality. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Project System and Production Planning to understand the expected behavior of classic orders and the PPO functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.