How To Fix COCF218 - Notification &1 is not a shift note

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF - Order/Confirmation Functions

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Notification &1 is not a shift note

What causes this issue?

The notification number &V1& belongs to the notification type &V2&.
The notification can be displayed as a shift note only if the following
conditions are satisfied:
The <LB>subscreen 130</> (shift note) has been entered in Customizing
for the <LS>notification type</> entered in the notification.
The <DS:DE.COCF_SN_SNFLAG>Independent Notification</> indicator has been
set in Customizing for the shift note in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.VC_COCF_CU_SNTYP>Define Shift Note Type</>.
A work center for which the notification type of the notification has
been maintained as a shift note type has been entered in the n
otification.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCF218 - Notification &1 is not a shift note ?

  The SAP error message COCF218, which states "Notification &1 is not a shift note," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP system for production planning or maintenance management. This error indicates that the system is expecting a shift note (a specific type of notification related to production shifts) but has received a different type of notification.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Notification Type: The notification number provided does not correspond to a shift note. It may be a maintenance notification or another type of notification that the system does not recognize as a shift note.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the notification type.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered the wrong notification number or selected the wrong type of notification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Notification Type: Check the notification number you are using. Ensure that it is indeed a shift note. You can do this by looking it up in the SAP system to confirm its type.
  Create a Shift Note: If you need to create a shift note, ensure you are following the correct procedure to create one in the system. This typically involves using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., IW21 for creating notifications) and selecting the correct type.
  Check Configuration: If you believe the notification should be recognized as a shift note, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to notifications and shift notes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific types of notifications and their purposes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify shift notes in the system.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about the process, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or attending training sessions on SAP notifications and shift management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COCF218 error and ensure that you are working with the correct type of notification in SAP.