Configuring a New Order Type in SAP PP: A Step-by-Step Guide

SAP Production Planning (PP) offers a robust system for managing your production processes. A key element within this system is the Production Order, which defines the materials and steps needed to create a finished product. SAP allows you to configure new Order Types within PP to cater to different production scenarios. This blog will guide you through configuring a new Production Order Type in SAP PP.

Before We Begin

It’s essential to consider your specific needs before creating a new Order Type. Existing standard Order Types in SAP can often be adapted to fit your requirements. These standard types come pre-configured with many functionalities. If a standard kind meets your needs with minor adjustments, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one. This can save time and ensure compatibility with the existing system.

Steps to Configure a New Production Order Type

1. Copying an Existing Order Type (Recommended):
   • Use transaction code OPJH (Maintain Production Order Types).
   • Select an existing Order Type that resembles your needs (e.g., standard Order Type “OR” for Sales Orders).
   • Click the “Copy” button and assign a new name to your Order Type (usually starting with “Z” for custom types).
2. Define the Number Range:
   • Navigate to Production> Shop Floor Control > Master Data > Order > Define Number Range (transaction code SNRO).
   • Create a new number range specifically for your new Order Type. This helps maintain order within your system.
3. Order Type-Dependent Parameters (Optional):
   • Use transaction code OPL8 (Order Type-Dependent Parameters) to define specific settings for your Order Type. These can include:
     • Settlement profile (how production costs are settled)
     • Backflush settings (automatic goods movement for components)
     • Capacity requirements planning (how capacities are planned for Production)
4. Define Checking Control (Optional):
   • Use transaction code OPJK (Define Checking Control) to set up checks and validations specific to your Order Type.
   • This can involve defining checks for material availability, work center capacities, etc., before releasing a production order.
5. Confirmation Parameters (Optional):
   • Utilize transaction code OPK4 (Parameters for Order Confirmations) to configure how confirmations (recording production progress) are handled for your Order Type.
   • This can involve defining default values for confirmation quantities and units.
6. Scheduling Parameters (Optional):
   • Use transaction code OPU3 (Define Scheduling Parameters for Production Orders) to set scheduling-specific parameters for your Order Type.
   • This can involve defining lead times, scheduling profiles, and other scheduling-related configurations.

Remember: These steps are a general guideline. Depending on your specific requirements, you might need to configure additional settings within SAP PP. It’s always recommended to consult SAP documentation or seek help from an experienced SAP consultant for a more comprehensive configuration.

Conclusion

Following these steps, you can configure a new Production Order Type in SAP PP to cater to your unique production needs. Remember to leverage existing functionalities whenever possible and customize only when necessary. This ensures a streamlined and efficient production planning process within your SAP system.