How To Fix CO_MES_INT071 - Production order &1 has already been confirmed completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO_MES_INT - Integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Production order &1 has already been confirmed completely

What causes this issue?

All operations of production order &V1& are already in status
'confirmed'. There are no open
<DS:GLOS.3526BF2AAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>reservations</> for the order
either.

System Response

The confirmation will be ignored by the system because it does not have
any effect.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO_MES_INT071 - Production order &1 has already been confirmed completely ?

  The SAP error message CO_MES_INT071 indicates that a production order has already been completely confirmed, and therefore, no further confirmations can be made for that order. This error typically arises in the context of production order management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with confirmations in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) or during the production process.
  Cause:
  
  Complete Confirmation: The primary cause of this error is that the production order in question has already been fully confirmed. This means that all operations and quantities have been accounted for, and the order is considered complete.
  Duplicate Confirmation Attempt: Users may attempt to confirm the order again, either by mistake or due to a misunderstanding of the order's status.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may prevent further confirmations once an order reaches a certain status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the production order in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) to see if the order is indeed fully confirmed.
  Review Confirmation Records: Look at the confirmation records to understand what has been confirmed and ensure that no additional confirmations are necessary.
  Reopen Order (if applicable): If there is a legitimate need to make changes or additional confirmations, you may need to reopen the order. This typically requires specific authorizations and should be done with caution.
  Consult with Production Planning: If you believe there is an error or if the order needs to be adjusted, consult with your production planning or manufacturing team to determine the best course of action.
  System Configuration Review: If this error occurs frequently and is causing issues, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration related to production order confirmations to ensure it aligns with your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO03 (Display Production Order), CO11N (Single Screen Confirmation), and CO15 (Order Confirmation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address underlying issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to confirm production orders and to view their statuses.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to production order management and confirmations for a better understanding of the process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CO_MES_INT071 error effectively.