How To Fix ME190 - Inbound delivery not defined in confirmation control key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Inbound delivery not defined in confirmation control key

What causes this issue?

The confirmation control key entered in the purchase order or in
scheduling agreement &V1&, item &V2&, does not include a confirmation
category corresponding to the internal category '2' (shipping
notification/inbound delivery).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the confirmation control key in the PO or scheduling agreement.
(Note that it cannot be changed if a goods receipt has already been
posted).
<DS:TRAN.ME22N>Change Purchase Order</> or
<DS:TRAN.ME32L>Change Scheduling Agreement</>.
INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 LANGUAGE EN
&WHAT_TO_DO& (system administrator)
If necessary, maintain the confirmation control facility.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME190 - Inbound delivery not defined in confirmation control key ?

  The SAP error message ME190, which states "Inbound delivery not defined in confirmation control key," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the confirmation control key in the system. This error is often encountered during the processing of inbound deliveries, particularly when trying to confirm goods receipts or related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The confirmation control key for the inbound delivery is not defined in the system. This can happen if the key is not set up correctly in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Assignment: The inbound delivery may not be correctly assigned to a confirmation control key that allows for the processing of inbound deliveries.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not have the necessary settings that link to the confirmation control key.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the inbound delivery may not be configured to allow confirmations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Control Key:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Inbound Logistics > Inbound Delivery > Define Confirmation Control Key.
  Ensure that the confirmation control key you are using is defined and has the necessary settings for inbound deliveries.
  
  
  
  Assign Confirmation Control Key:
  
  If the confirmation control key is missing, you may need to create a new one or modify an existing one to include the necessary settings for inbound deliveries.
  Ensure that the inbound delivery document type is linked to the correct confirmation control key.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master and vendor master data to ensure that they are correctly set up to use the confirmation control key.
  Ensure that the relevant fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type for the inbound delivery is configured to allow confirmations.
  This can also be checked in the configuration settings under Logistics Execution > Inbound Logistics > Inbound Delivery > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery) to check related documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ME190.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on inbound delivery processing and confirmation control keys.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in logistics and inbound delivery processes.