How To Fix IP446 - Warning: Planned date with call number &1 cannot be confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Warning: Planned date with call number &1 cannot be confirmed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to confirm a <GL:maintenance_call>maintenance call</>
before it has actually been called.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

Before you can confirm a maintenance call, you must call it. You have
two options for calling a maintenance call that is still on hold:

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

Wait until the <GL:call_horizon>call horizon</> has been reached. If
you use the date monitoring report, this will generate the
corresponding maintenance call results
(<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance orders</>) automatically.
Release the maintenance call manually, and save the
<GL:preventive_maintenance_plan>maintenance plan</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP446 - Warning: Planned date with call number &1 cannot be confirmed ?

  The SAP error message IP446, which states "Warning: Planned date with call number &1 cannot be confirmed," typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and scheduling within the SAP system. This warning indicates that the planned date for a maintenance order or call cannot be confirmed due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Availability: The resources (e.g., labor, materials, equipment) required for the maintenance task may not be available on the planned date.
  Capacity Constraints: There may be capacity constraints in the work center where the maintenance task is scheduled, preventing confirmation of the planned date.
  Scheduling Conflicts: Other maintenance orders or activities may be scheduled at the same time, leading to conflicts.
  Incorrect Planning Data: The planned dates may not align with the actual availability of resources or may be incorrectly set in the system.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that affect scheduling and confirmation processes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Resource Availability: Verify the availability of required resources (labor, materials, equipment) for the planned date. Adjust the schedule if necessary.
  Review Capacity Planning: Check the capacity of the work center and ensure that it can accommodate the planned maintenance task. If not, consider rescheduling.
  Adjust Scheduling: If there are conflicts with other maintenance orders, consider rescheduling the task to a time when resources are available.
  Update Planning Data: Review and update the planning data for the maintenance order to ensure it reflects the actual situation.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IW32 (Change Order) or IW39 (Display Order) to review and modify maintenance orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this warning message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintenance planning and scheduling processes.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the warning message IP446 in SAP.