How To Fix VO209 - Call up the function "Control..." first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VO - W&S: Rough workload forecast + picking wave

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Call up the function "Control..." first

What causes this issue?

You called up the <LS>Save</> function to save the updated settings in
the database.
In order to do that, however, you must make the detail settings for
updating the workload data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Call up the function <LS>Control...</> to make the detail settings and
then re-save your settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VO209 - Call up the function "Control..." first ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VO209 - Call up the function "Control..." first
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module during the processing of sales documents or related functions. The message indicates that a prerequisite step or function named "Control..." (often referring to a control function or control screen) has not been executed before attempting the current operation.
  In many cases, this happens when:
  
  The user tries to perform an action that depends on prior control or validation steps which have not been triggered.
  A required control function (e.g., "Control Data", "Control Sales Document", or a custom control routine) must be called first to initialize or validate certain data.
  The system expects a control check or control screen to be processed before proceeding.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Execute the Control Function First:
  
  Identify and run the required "Control..." function or screen before performing the current action. This might be a button or menu option labeled "Control", "Check", or similar in the transaction you are using.
  
  
  Check User Guide or Process Flow:
  
  Review the standard process flow or user documentation for the transaction to ensure all prerequisite steps are followed in the correct order.
  
  
  Verify Custom Enhancements or User Exits:
  
  If this error occurs in a customized environment, check if there are any user exits, BADIs, or custom code that enforce calling a control function first. Consult with your SAP technical team to understand the custom logic.
  
  
  Transaction-Specific Steps:  
  
  For example, in sales order processing, you might need to call the "Control Data" function to validate or update control data before saving or proceeding.
  In some cases, pressing a "Control" button or selecting a menu option like Edit > Control or Functions > Control is necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data or Settings:
  
  Sometimes the control function performs checks on mandatory fields or settings. Ensure all required data is entered correctly before calling the control function.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or related logistics modules.
  Transaction Codes: Could appear in VA01, VA02, VA03 (Sales Order processing), or other related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to message VO209.
  Debugging: If unsure which control function is required, debugging the program or checking the message class (VO) and message number (209) in SE91 can provide more context.
  Message Class: VO (Sales Document Processing)
  
  
  Summary:
  The error message VO209 "Call up the function 'Control...' first" means you must execute a specific control or validation function before proceeding. Follow the standard process steps, run the required control function, and ensure all necessary data is entered. If customized, consult your SAP technical team for details on the control function implementation.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can give more precise guidance.