How To Fix /CWM/PP052 - Material &1; confirmation not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/PP -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Material &1; confirmation not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/PP052 - Material &1; confirmation not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/PP052 Material &1; confirmation not allowed typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with confirmations in the Production Planning (PP) module. This error indicates that the system is preventing the confirmation of a production order for a specific material due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being confirmed. This could be due to it being blocked for production or having a status that restricts its use.
  Order Status: The production order itself may be in a status that does not allow confirmations (e.g., it might be closed or technically completed).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict confirmations for certain materials or under certain conditions.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like BOM, routing, or work center) may be missing or incorrectly set up, leading to the inability to confirm.
  Quantity Issues: The quantity being confirmed may exceed the available stock or planned production quantities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Review the material status in the material master record. If it is blocked or restricted, you may need to change the status to allow confirmations.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the production order. If it is closed or in a status that does not allow confirmations, you may need to change the order status or create a new order.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be preventing confirmations for the material in question.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (BOM, routing, work center) is correctly set up and available for the material and production order.
  Adjust Quantities: Make sure that the quantity you are trying to confirm is within the allowable limits and does not exceed available stock.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), CO11N (Confirm Production Order), or CO02 (Change Production Order) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to confirm the order has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting steps.