How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER162 - Specification of sales order no. for order category &1 is allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Specification of sales order no. for order category &1 is allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER162 - Specification of sales order no. for order category &1 is allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER162 indicates that there is an issue with the specification of a sales order number for a particular order category in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when the system expects a sales order number to be provided for a specific order category, but it is either missing or not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Category: The order category you are trying to use may not support the specification of a sales order number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of sales order numbers for certain order categories.
  Missing Data: The sales order number may not have been entered or may have been entered incorrectly.
  Business Process Misalignment: The business process being followed may not align with the expected input for the order category.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Category: Verify that the order category you are using is indeed supposed to allow a sales order number. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SCM module.
  Enter Sales Order Number: If the order category requires a sales order number, ensure that it is entered correctly in the relevant field.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the order categories in the SCM module to ensure that they are set up correctly to allow sales order numbers where needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the order category and its requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to order management in SCM, such as /SCMB/ORDER for order processing.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.