How To Fix WRF_PPW818 - Change of plant groups in status "&1" is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PPW - Price Planning Workbench

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Change of plant groups in status "&1" is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PPW818 - Change of plant groups in status "&1" is not possible ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_PPW818 Change of plant groups in status "&1" is not possible
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to change the plant group of a production order (or a related object) that is currently in a status where such changes are not allowed. The status "&1" (a placeholder for the actual status code) indicates that the order is in a locked or released state, or another status that restricts modifications to the plant group.
  In SAP Production Planning (PP) or Plant Maintenance (PM), certain statuses prevent changes to critical master data or order attributes to ensure data consistency and process integrity. For example, once a production order is released or confirmed, changing the plant group might not be permitted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the current status of the order:
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or IW33 (Display PM Order) to check the order status.
  Identify the status "&1" mentioned in the error message (e.g., REL for Released, TECO for Technically Completed).
  
  
  
  Change the status if possible:
  
  If the order is in a status that restricts changes, you may need to revert it to a status that allows editing.
  For example, if the order is released, you might need to technically complete or TECO the order or set it back to a modifiable status (e.g., from REL to CRT or created).
  Use transaction CO02 (Change Production Order) or IW32 (Change PM Order) to change the status if allowed.
  
  
  
  Check authorization and configuration:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change the plant group.
  Verify if there are any custom validations or user-exits that prevent changing the plant group in certain statuses.
  
  
  
  If changing the status is not possible or not desired:
  
  You may need to create a new order with the correct plant group.
  Alternatively, consult with your SAP PP/PM consultant or Basis team to explore options.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Plant Group: A plant group is a grouping of plants used in SAP for reporting or planning purposes.
  Order Statuses: Common statuses include CRT (Created), REL (Released), PCNF (Partially Confirmed), CNF (Confirmed), TECO (Technically Completed), CLSD (Closed).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  IW32 - Change PM Order
  IW33 - Display PM Order
  
  
  User Exits / BAdIs: Sometimes, custom logic restricts changes based on status.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known issues related to WRF_PPW818.
  
  
  If you provide the exact status code "&1" from the error message, I can help you with more precise instructions.