How To Fix ME635 - The confirmation cannot be deleted

ME635 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 635

• Message text: The confirmation cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a confirmation in a purchase order or in a
scheduling agreement.
This is not possible, becuase a goods receipt has already been posted
for the confirmation you are trying to delete <ZH>and</> this
confirmation type is planned for a <DS:DE.WEZUO>GR assignment</>
<ZH>Note</>
You can only delete a confirmation with a GR assignment when no goods
receipt has been posted for it.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME635 - The confirmation cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ME635 ("The confirmation cannot be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a confirmation for a production order or a purchase order in the SAP system, but the system prevents the deletion due to certain conditions. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Status of the Confirmation: The confirmation may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the confirmation has already been settled or if it is linked to a completed production order, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other documents or processes that prevent the deletion of the confirmation. For instance, if the confirmation is part of a larger process that has already been finalized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete confirmations in the system.
  
  
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict the deletion