How To Fix 53308 - Order overspecified (order number incompatible with confirmation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Order overspecified (order number incompatible with confirmation)

What causes this issue?

Another order is already specified by means of the completion
confirmation number. Please reset either the completion confirmation
number or the order.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53308 - Order overspecified (order number incompatible with confirmation) ?

  The SAP error message 53308, "Order overspecified (order number incompatible with confirmation)," typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations or goods movements. This error indicates that the order number provided in the confirmation does not match the expected order or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Order Number: The order number entered during the confirmation process may not correspond to an existing or valid production order.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow confirmations (e.g., closed, technically completed).
  Order Type Mismatch: The order type of the confirmation may not match the order type of the production order.
  Confirmation for Non-Existent Operations: The confirmation may be attempting to reference an operation that does not exist in the specified order.
  Data Entry Errors: Simple typographical errors when entering the order number can lead to this issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Order Number: Double-check the order number you are entering to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an active production order.
  Check Order Status: Review the status of the production order to ensure it is open and available for confirmation. If the order is closed or technically completed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order.
  Confirm Order Type: Ensure that the order type of the confirmation matches the order type of the production order.
  Review Operations: Check the operations associated with the production order to ensure you are confirming against valid operations.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any typographical errors, correct them and try the confirmation again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO11N (Single Screen Entry of Confirmations) or CO15 (Confirm Production Order) to perform confirmations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to confirm the production order.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on production order confirmations and related processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and environment.