How To Fix DSG004 - Confirmations are not possible for digitally-signed operations

DSG004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DSG - Messages for Digital Signatures & Shop Papers in EAM

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Confirmations are not possible for digitally-signed operations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DSG004 - Confirmations are not possible for digitally-signed operations ?

  The SAP error message DSG004: Confirmations are not possible for digitally-signed operations typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that are configured to handle digitally signed documents or operations, particularly in scenarios involving electronic signatures or secure transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to confirm or process an operation that has been digitally signed, but the system does not allow confirmations for such operations. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Digital Signature Status: The operation may already be in a state that does not permit further confirmations after being digitally signed.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict confirmations for digitally signed operations to ensure compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues in the workflow or process that prevent the confirmation from being executed.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the confirmation may not have the necessary permissions to do so for