ID632 - Notification &1 is not the header notification of order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID - PM (IPRT) print messages, (IBIP) batch input messages

• Message number: 632

• Message text: Notification &1 is not the header notification of order &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID632 - Notification &1 is not the header notification of order &2 ?

  The SAP error message ID632, which states "Notification &1 is not the header notification of order &2," typically occurs in the context of maintenance or service notifications in SAP. This error indicates that the notification you are trying to process is not recognized as the main or header notification for the specified order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Notification Reference: The notification you are trying to link or process is not the primary notification associated with the order. In SAP, each order can have one main notification, and any additional notifications are considered subordinate.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the notification number or order number.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the relationship between the notification and the order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Notification and Order: Check that you are using the correct notification number and that it is indeed the header notification for the specified order. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the order in question and checking the associated notifications.
  Ensuring that the notification number you are using is the one designated as the header notification.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction code for the action you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to create or change a notification, ensure you are in the right transaction.
  
  
  Check Notification Status: Ensure that the notification is in a status that allows it to be processed. If the notification is completed or archived, it may not be eligible for further actions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to notifications and orders to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error ID632 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and modify notifications and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.