How To Fix ALM_AER012 - Order &1 must not be confirmed

ALM_AER012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ALM_AER - Notifications of Follow-Up Order Creation

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Order &1 must not be confirmed

What causes this issue?

You selected a control key that allows confirmations but does not make
them mandatory.

System Response

The confirmation is saved.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ALM_AER012 - Details

• The SAP error message ALM_AER012 ("Order &1 must not be confirmed") typically occurs in the context of production orders or maintenance orders when there is an attempt to confirm an order that is not in a state that allows confirmation. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow confirmation. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, it cannot be confirmed again.
  Order Type Restrictions: Certain order types may have specific restrictions regarding confirmation.
  Missing Required Data: There may be missing data or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before the order can be confirmed.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to confirm the order.
  System Configuration: Configuration settings in the SAP system may prevent confirmation under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the current status of the order. If it is already