How To Fix /SAPPO/ORDER057 - Data for order &1 is not from the STRING category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/ORDER -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Data for order &1 is not from the STRING category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/ORDER057 - Data for order &1 is not from the STRING category ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/ORDER057 Data for order &1 is not from the STRING category typically occurs in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when there is an issue with the categorization of the order data being processed. This error indicates that the order you are trying to work with does not belong to the expected category, which is the STRING category in this case.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order you are trying to access may not be of the type that is expected for the operation you are performing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected categories for the orders.
  Data Integrity Issues: The order data may have been altered or corrupted, leading to it being classified incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain order types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Type: Verify that the order you are trying to access is indeed of the STRING category. You can do this by checking the order type in the order details.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for order categories in the system are correctly set up. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to ensure that the order data is intact and has not been corrupted. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for this.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the order. If not, you may need to request additional permissions from your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CO02 (Change Order) to investigate the order details.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.