How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM_CS173 - Confirmation control key is not entered in purchase order item &1 &2

/ISDFPS/MM_CS173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM_CS -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Confirmation control key is not entered in purchase order item &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_CS173 - Confirmation control key is not entered in purchase order item &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_CS173 Confirmation control key is not entered in purchase order item &1 &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with purchase orders, particularly in the area of materials management and production planning. This error indicates that a confirmation control key, which is necessary for processing confirmations related to the purchase order item, has not been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Confirmation Control Key: The primary cause of this error is that the purchase order item does not have a confirmation control key assigned. This key is essential for the system to understand how confirmations should be processed for that particular item.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the confirmation control key is not set up correctly for the relevant purchasing document type or item category.
  Data Entry Error: It could also be a result of data entry errors during the creation of