How To Fix LR248 - Control key of operation & & does not permit confirmation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Control key of operation & & does not permit confirmation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR248 - Control key of operation & & does not permit confirmation ?

  The SAP error message LR248 indicates that the control key of a specific operation does not allow for confirmation. This typically occurs in the context of production orders or maintenance orders where certain operations are defined with control keys that restrict confirmation activities.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Control Key Settings: The control key assigned to the operation does not permit confirmations. Control keys are defined in the routing or task list and determine how operations are processed.
  Order Type Restrictions: The type of order (e.g., production order, maintenance order) may have specific settings that restrict confirmation based on the control key.
  Status of the Order: The order may be in a status that does not allow confirmations (e.g., if the order is already completed or technically closed).
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to confirm operations with that control key.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LR248 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Control Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the routing or task list where the control key is defined.
  Verify the settings of the control key in transaction code OPKP (for production) or IA01 (for maintenance).
  Ensure that the control key allows for confirmations. If it does not, you may need to change the control key or create a new one that permits confirmations.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the order type in transaction code OPL8 (for production orders) or IM01 (for maintenance orders).
  Ensure that the order type allows confirmations for the operations defined.
  
  
  
  Check Order Status:
  
  Review the status of the order in transaction code CO03 (for production orders) or IW33 (for maintenance orders).
  If the order is completed or closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order for further confirmations.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform confirmations. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on control keys and their implications on confirmations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Control Keys: Control keys are critical in defining how operations are processed in SAP. They can dictate whether an operation can be confirmed, whether it can be scheduled, and other operational parameters.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  IW33: Display Maintenance Order
  OPKP: Control Key Configuration
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to control keys and confirmations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LR248 error and implement the necessary changes to allow for confirmations.