How To Fix CO_MES_INT004 - Order &1 has been distributed to MES; Quantity confirmation not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO_MES_INT - Integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Order &1 has been distributed to MES; Quantity confirmation not possible

What causes this issue?

Order &V1& has been distributed to a manufacturing execution system
(MES). The confirmation of quantities in ERP is not allowed because
these confirmations are made via the MES.

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?

In ERP, you can only enter times for distributed production orders.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to enable the confirmation for individual operations of a
distributed production order or want to activate the confirmation as a
whole, you can implement the Business Add-In
<DS:SIMG.CO_MES_INT_CONFIRMATIONS>CO_MES_INT_CONFIRMATIONS</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO_MES_INT004 - Order &1 has been distributed to MES; Quantity confirmation not possible ?

  The SAP error message CO_MES_INT004 indicates that an order has been successfully distributed to a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), but the system is unable to confirm the quantity for that order. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for quantity confirmation. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, further confirmations may not be possible.
  
  
  Distribution Issues: There may be issues with the distribution of the order to the MES. If the order was not properly sent or acknowledged by the MES, it could lead to confirmation issues.
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity being confirmed may not match the quantity that was distributed to the MES. This could happen if there were changes made to the order after it was sent to the MES.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in either SAP or the MES that are preventing the confirmation from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues, such as network problems or errors in the middleware that connects SAP to the MES.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order in SAP. If the order is completed or closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order for further confirmations.
  
  
  Review Distribution Logs: Check the logs for the distribution process to the MES. Look for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the confirmation is not possible.
  
  
  Validate Quantities: Ensure that the quantity you are trying to confirm matches the quantity that was sent to the MES. If there are discrepancies, correct them in SAP or the MES as needed.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in both SAP and the MES to ensure that they are set up correctly for order confirmations. This may involve checking integration settings, message types, and confirmation parameters.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your technical support team or SAP support for assistance. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues that may be affecting the confirmation process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for both SAP and the MES to understand how they interact and what configurations are necessary for successful order confirmations.
  User Forums: Engage with user forums or communities where other SAP users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.