How To Fix M7394 - Purchase order & & does not contain a confirmation control key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 394

• Message text: Purchase order & & does not contain a confirmation control key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7394 - Purchase order & & does not contain a confirmation control key ?

  The SAP error message M7394 indicates that a purchase order (PO) does not contain a confirmation control key. This key is essential for managing the confirmation process of purchase orders, particularly in the context of goods receipt and invoice verification.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Confirmation Control Key: The purchase order was created without specifying a confirmation control key, which is necessary for tracking confirmations from vendors.
  Incorrect PO Type: The type of purchase order being used may not require or support confirmation control keys.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle confirmation control keys for the specific purchasing document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M7394 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Order:
  
  Open the purchase order in question and verify if the confirmation control key is indeed missing.
  If it is missing, you can add it manually if your user permissions allow it.
  
  
  
  Update the Purchase Order:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can update the purchase order to include a confirmation control key. This can typically be done in the PO details under the "Purchasing" or "Delivery" tab.
  
  
  
  Review PO Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the purchase order type you are using is configured to require a confirmation control key. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) under the purchasing module.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, or if you are unsure about the correct confirmation control key to use, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for SAP configuration in your organization.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users involved in creating purchase orders are trained on the importance of the confirmation control key and how to properly set it up in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Confirmation Control Key: This key is used to manage the confirmation process for purchase orders, allowing for tracking of vendor confirmations regarding delivery dates, quantities, etc.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and confirmation control keys.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) for managing purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7394 error and ensure that your purchase orders are properly configured for confirmation processing.