How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER016 - Order &1 contains no product information

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Order &1 contains no product information

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER016 - Order &1 contains no product information ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER016 Order &1 contains no product information typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when an order is being processed, but the system cannot find any product information associated with the specified order. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Product Data: The order may not have any products assigned to it, or the product data may not have been correctly entered or saved.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not be configured to handle product information.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the product master data or order details.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access product information related to the order.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the SCM system that prevent product information from being linked to orders.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Details: Review the order in question (Order &1) to ensure that product information has been correctly entered. Make sure that the products are assigned to the order.
  Verify Product Master Data: Ensure that the product master data is complete and correctly maintained. Check if the products exist in the system and are active.
  Review Order Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the order type being used to ensure it is set up to handle product information.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access product information. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system configuration issues or data inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the details of the order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for SCM to understand how product information is managed and linked to orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.