How To Fix COIS045 - Confirmation type &1 entered does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COIS - Messages for the Order Information System

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Confirmation type &1 entered does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COIS045 - Confirmation type &1 entered does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COIS045 indicates that the confirmation type specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of production order confirmations or other related processes where confirmation types are used to categorize the type of confirmation being entered.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Confirmation Type: The confirmation type entered may be misspelled or not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The confirmation type may not be configured in the system for the specific order type or production environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified confirmation type.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the confirmation type may not have been included in the customization settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Confirmation Type: Verify that the confirmation type entered is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Configuration Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Production ? Order ? Confirmations ? Define Confirmation Types.
  Check if the confirmation type exists and is properly configured for the relevant order type.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the confirmation type. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: If the confirmation type is a custom one, consult the documentation or the person responsible for the customization to ensure it has been set up correctly.
  Use Standard Confirmation Types: If a custom confirmation type is not necessary, consider using standard confirmation types provided by SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO11N (Enter Production Order Confirmation) or CO15 (Enter Order Confirmation) to test the confirmation process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to confirmation types.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on entering confirmations and understanding confirmation types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.