How To Fix ARUN_MAIN011 - If you change &1, the confirmation will be unassigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_MAIN -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: If you change &1, the confirmation will be unassigned

What causes this issue?

The document item will be unassigned for one of the following reasons
and changing the confirmation will unassign the item:
You have defined the Customization for the document item under
<LS>Cross-Application Components > Advanced Available-to-Promise (aATP)
> Supply Assignment (ARun) > Cross-Applications > Purchase Order
Handling</>, changing the document item will unassign the order. You
have set the field check as <ZK>W = Warnings Before an Order is
Unassigned</>.
You have not defined a rule to unassign orders under
<LS>Cross-Application Components > Advanced Available-to-Promise (aATP)
> Supply Assignment (ARun) > Cross-Applications > Purchase Order
Handling</>. The item will be unassigned automatically.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define rules to unassign orders for an application type in Customizing
under <LS>Cross-Application Components > Advanced Available-to-Promise
(aATP) > Supply Assignment (ARun) > Cross-Application</>s.
By defining a rule to unassign orders, you specify exactly how the
system should react when an application type is modified (for example,
change in requirement date, goods receipt date, plant, storage location,
and so on).
You set the appropriate fields listed in the application type in
Customizing. For field checks, you can assign one of the following
options.
N = No Action
W = Warnings Before an Order is Unassigned
E = Change Not Permitted
If you select the <ZK>Restore </>checkbox, if you have changed or
deleted the quantity, then the confirmation stock is restored to
purchase order stock as appropriate.
Depending on the selected parameter, the system decides how and when the
quantities should be unassigned.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_MAIN011 - If you change &1, the confirmation will be unassigned ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_MAIN011 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with order confirmations in the system. This message indicates that if you change a specific field (denoted by &1), the confirmation associated with that order will be unassigned. 
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to modify a key attribute of an order or a confirmation that is critical for maintaining the relationship between the order and its confirmation. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Changing the order type or status.
  Modifying key fields that are linked to the confirmation process.
  Altering the planning parameters that affect how confirmations are processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Changes: Before making changes to the order or confirmation, review the fields you are modifying. Ensure that the changes do not impact the confirmation process.
  
  
  Unassign Confirmation: If you need to proceed with the changes, you may need to unassign the existing confirmation first. This can usually be done through the relevant transaction in SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with. This can provide insights into which fields are critical and how they interact with confirmations.
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the scenario in a development or test environment to understand the implications of the changes you are making.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that deal with order confirmations, such as /SAPAPO/ORDR for order management.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to ARUN_MAIN011 for any patches or updates that might address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the ARUN_MAIN011 error effectively.